Nursing Science at Fort Hays State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing Science, take a look at what Fort Hays State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, KS.
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Online & Distance Learning at Fort Hays State University
Distance learning is available at Fort Hays State University. Among 12,878 students, 7,032 (55%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,074 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Science Rankings at Fort Hays State University
Rankings can help you compare Fort Hays State University’s Nursing Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #36 of 142 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 55 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kansas | #1 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kansas | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #3 of 11 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #36 of 142 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #40 of 55 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nursing Science Graduates
Graduates of the Nursing Science program at Fort Hays State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Nursing Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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