Nursing at Vanguard University of Southern California
If you are interested in studying Nursing, take a look at what Vanguard University of Southern California. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Vanguard University of Southern California is located in Costa Mesa, CA.
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Studying Online at Vanguard University of Southern California
Many students take online classes at Vanguard University of Southern California. Among 2,246 students, 393 (17%) studied exclusively online and 950 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Vanguard University of Southern California
These rankings give you a sense of how Vanguard University of Southern California’s Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #29 of 141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #39 of 224 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | California | #97 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #157 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1208 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #29 of 141 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #39 of 224 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #82 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | California | #97 of 137 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #157 of 218 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1208 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California
Those who finish Vanguard University of Southern California’s Nursing program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $91,857 |
| 2 years | $94,575 |
| 3 years | $95,675 |
| 4 years | $99,193 |
| 5 years | $122,073 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California take home a median $99,193, compared with $55,817 for all Vanguard University of Southern California graduates — about 78% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California comes in at $20,832.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Vanguard University of Southern California
The Nursing program at Vanguard University of Southern California breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 54 |
| Nursing Administration | 8 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Vanguard University of Southern California go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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
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