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Nursing Science at Governors State University

If you plan to study Nursing Science, take a look at what Governors State University. Get started with the following essential facts.

Governors State University is in University Park, IL.

Online & Distance Learning at Governors State University

Distance learning is available at Governors State University. Among 4,397 students, 1,705 (39%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,813 (41%) took at least some classes online.

Nursing Science Rankings at Governors State University

These rankings give you a sense of how Governors State University’s Nursing Science program against peer institutions.

Master’s-Level Rankings

Ranking Scope Rank
Best Value Illinois #1 of 9
Best Value Great Lakes (Region) #2 of 21
Best Schools (Quality) Great Lakes (Region) #6 of 7
Best Schools (Quality) Illinois #6 of 7
Best Value Nationwide #20 of 142
Best Schools (Quality) Nationwide #45 of 55

Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Science Graduates

Graduates of the Nursing Science program at Governors State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Nursing Science graduates, 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

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