Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Wagner College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Wagner College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Wagner College graduates earn $142k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all registered nursing, nursing administration, nursing research and clinical nursing masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in New York
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (39 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wagner College | $142,212 | $132,597 | — | — |
| Albany Medical College | $238,461 | $199,221 | — | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY | $153,845 | — | — | — |
| CUNY Lehman College | $150,048 | $123,412 | — | — |
| Adelphi University | $146,993 | $137,684 | — | — |
| University of Mount Saint Vincent | $144,239 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $106,264 | — | — | — |
Other Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Medical College Albany | — | $238,461 | — |
| College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island | $7,490 | $153,845 | — |
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $7,410 | $150,048 | — |
| Adelphi University Garden City | $47,290 | $146,993 | — |
| University of Mount Saint Vincent Bronx | $42,740 | $144,239 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Wagner College, approximately 23% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.