Nursing at Southern University and A & M College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, consider the program at Southern University and A & M College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern University and A & M College is in Baton Rouge, LA.
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Online Class Availability at Southern University and A & M College
Many students take online classes at Southern University and A & M College. Of 8,279 students, 379 (5%) studied exclusively online and 3,466 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Southern University and A & M College
Rankings can help you compare Southern University and A & M College’s Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #23 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #24 of 28 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #385 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #400 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1350 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1561 of 1,918 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #23 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #24 of 28 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #385 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #400 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1350 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1561 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #23 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #24 of 28 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #385 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #400 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1350 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1561 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Southern University and A & M College
Students who complete Southern University and A & M College’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 | $65,650 |
| 2 years | $64,000 |
| 3 years | $60,264 |
| 4 years | $68,247 |
| 5 years | $93,141 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Nursing graduates from Southern University and A & M College report median earnings of $68,247, compared with $53,844 for all Southern University and A & M College graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Southern University and A & M College stands at $39,678.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Southern University and A & M College
This Nursing program at Southern University and A & M College includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 111 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 8 |
| Nursing Science | 1 |
| Nursing Practice | 13 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Southern University and A & M College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.