Registered Nursing at Shepherd University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Registered Nursing, take a look at what Shepherd University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Shepherd University sits in Shepherdstown, WV.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shepherd University
Distance learning is available at Shepherd University. Of 3,339 students, 461 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at Shepherd University
Use these rankings to compare Shepherd University’s Registered Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #2 of 25 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #12 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #174 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #277 of 524 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #870 of 1,843 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #895 of 1,861 |
Best-Paid Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Registered Nursing program at Shepherd University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Registered Nursing graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| 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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