Nursing at Spalding University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, take a look at what Spalding University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Spalding University is located in Louisville, KY.
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Studying Online at Spalding University
Distance learning is available at Spalding University. Of 1,553 students, 387 (25%) studied exclusively online and 304 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Spalding University
Rankings can help you compare Spalding University’s Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #22 of 40 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #37 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #377 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #456 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1486 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1556 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #22 of 40 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #37 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #377 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #456 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1486 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1556 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Spalding University
Students who complete Spalding 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 | $62,631 |
| 2 years | $65,674 |
| 3 years | $67,404 |
| 4 years | $69,991 |
| 5 years | $80,606 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Spalding University report median earnings of $69,991, compared with $62,203 for all Spalding University graduates — about 13% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from Spalding University stands at $30,750.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Spalding University
The Nursing program at Spalding University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 49 |
| Nursing Administration | 2 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 11 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Spalding University 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.