Nursing at University of Detroit Mercy
If you are interested in studying Nursing, consider the program at University of Detroit Mercy. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Detroit Mercy is in Detroit, MI.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Detroit Mercy
Distance learning is available at University of Detroit Mercy. Among 5,587 students, 101 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,080 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at University of Detroit Mercy
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Detroit Mercy’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 55 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #37 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 310 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #157 of 295 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #474 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1075 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 55 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #37 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 310 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #157 of 295 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #474 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1075 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 55 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #37 of 55 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 310 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #157 of 295 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #474 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1075 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from University of Detroit Mercy
Graduates of University of Detroit Mercy’s Nursing program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $72,077 |
| 2 years | $74,641 |
| 3 years | $77,081 |
| 4 years | $81,440 |
| 5 years | $86,861 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from University of Detroit Mercy take home a median $81,440, compared with $97,733 for all University of Detroit Mercy graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from University of Detroit Mercy is $29,000.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at University of Detroit Mercy
This Nursing program at University of Detroit Mercy offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 179 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 23 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 24 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 14 |
| Nursing Research & Other | 1 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at University of Detroit Mercy pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for Nursing majors, 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.