Registered Nursing at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
If you are interested in studying Registered Nursing, take a look at what University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Arkansas-Fort Smith sits in Fort Smith, AR.
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Studying Online at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
Distance learning is available at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith. Of 5,496 students, 1,012 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,464 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Arkansas-Fort Smith’s Registered Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #10 of 34 |
| Best Value | Arkansas | #16 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #194 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #227 of 524 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #673 of 1,843 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #963 of 1,861 |
Best-Paid Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Registered Nursing program at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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