Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing at Wilmington University

Wilmington University's nursing program stands out nationally while holding its own within Delaware's competitive nursing landscape. With first-year earnings of $86,703, graduates earn significantly more than the national median of $74,888 and rank in the 87th percentile nationally. Within Delaware, the program sits at the 60th percentile among just four nursing schools, essentially tied with the state median and competitive with Delaware's flagship university.

The financial picture is generally favorable despite higher-than-average debt. At $23,333, student debt exceeds the national median by about $4,000, but the strong starting salaries keep the debt-to-earnings ratio at a manageable 0.27. However, there's a notable earnings dip to $82,633 by year four—a 5% decline that's worth monitoring, though graduates still maintain solid earning power throughout this period.

For parents evaluating nursing programs, Wilmington University delivers strong value with above-average starting salaries that significantly outpace national norms. While the debt load is somewhat elevated and earnings plateau rather than grow, the program successfully launches graduates into well-paying nursing careers. The robust sample size of 100+ graduates adds confidence to these outcomes.