Nursing at Nicholls State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Nicholls State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Nicholls State University is located in Thibodaux, LA.
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Online Class Availability at Nicholls State University
Many students take online classes at Nicholls State University. Of 6,043 students, 1,295 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,193 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Nicholls State University
Use these rankings to compare Nicholls State University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #7 of 28 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #139 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #263 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #800 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #831 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #7 of 28 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #12 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #139 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #263 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #800 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #831 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Nicholls State University
Students who complete Nicholls State University’s Nursing program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $68,739 |
| 2 years | $67,213 |
| 3 years | $68,989 |
| 4 years | $75,365 |
| 5 years | $86,917 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Nursing graduates from Nicholls State University earn a median of $75,365, compared with $53,303 for all Nicholls State University graduates — about 41% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from Nicholls State University stands at $25,631.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Nicholls State University
The Nursing program at Nicholls State University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 166 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Nicholls State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the best-paid careers for Nursing graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.