Nursing at Northern Kentucky University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, consider the program at Northern Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northern Kentucky University is in Highland Heights, KY.
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Studying Online at Northern Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Northern Kentucky University. Of 15,347 students, 6,624 (43%) studied exclusively online and 4,682 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Northern Kentucky University
Use these rankings to compare Northern Kentucky University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #11 of 40 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #17 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #169 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #237 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #440 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1098 of 1,918 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #11 of 40 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #17 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #169 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #237 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #440 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1098 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #11 of 40 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #17 of 39 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #169 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #237 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #440 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1098 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Northern Kentucky University
Students who complete Northern Kentucky University’s Nursing program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $82,685 |
| 2 years | $80,579 |
| 3 years | $84,603 |
| 4 years | $89,942 |
| 5 years | $96,711 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Northern Kentucky University report median earnings of $89,942, compared with $63,438 for all Northern Kentucky University graduates — about 42% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Northern Kentucky University stands at $31,000.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Northern Kentucky University
The Nursing program at Northern Kentucky University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 864 |
| Adult Health Nursing | 72 |
| Nursing Practice | 99 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Northern Kentucky University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Nursing majors, 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.