Nursing at Seattle University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Seattle University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Seattle University is in Seattle, WA.
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Studying Online at Seattle University
Online coursework is an option at Seattle University. Among 7,189 students, 564 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 915 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Seattle University
Use these rankings to compare Seattle University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #3 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #26 of 224 |
| Best Value | Washington | #36 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #197 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1776 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Washington | #3 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #26 of 224 |
| Best Value | Washington | #36 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #50 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #197 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1776 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Seattle University
Graduates of Seattle University’s Nursing program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $72,161 |
| 2 years | $69,505 |
| 3 years | $73,188 |
| 4 years | $82,480 |
| 5 years | $91,519 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Nursing graduates from Seattle University report median earnings of $82,480, compared with $82,033 for all Seattle University graduates — about 1% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Seattle University stands at $25,000.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Seattle University
The Nursing program at Seattle University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 253 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 40 |
| Nurse Midwifery | 9 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 14 |
| Nursing Practice | 5 |
| Geriatric Nursing | 14 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Nursing program at Seattle University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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.