Nursing Schools in Kentucky
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Jobs for Nursing Grads in Kentucky
There are 63,190 people in the state and 4,288,120 people in the nation working in Nursing jobs.
Wages for Nursing Jobs in Kentucky
In this state, Nursing grads earn an average of $92,594. Nationwide, they make an average of $107,448.
Most Popular Nursing Programs in KY
There are 5 colleges in Kentucky that offer Nursing degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 5 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $67,307 after earning their degree at this institution. 67% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $44,702 in their first year after graduation. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $106,311 after earning their degree at this institution.
Graduates earn a median salary of $45,496 in their first year after graduation. With an admission rate of 92%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Graduates earn a median salary of $48,648 in their first year after graduation. About 81% of those who apply are admitted. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
Nursing Careers in KY
Some of the careers Nursing majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | 15% | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | 14% | $65,103 |
| Nurse Midwives | 12% | $36,174 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | 12% | $52,889 |
| Registered Nurses | 10% | $105,741 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | 9% | $129,557 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | 6% | $69,718 |
| Acute Care Nurses | 4% | $56,247 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 3% | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | 0% | $143,854 |
Related Majors in Kentucky
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Nursing.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 99,987 |
| Allied Health Professions | 90,379 |
| Health/Medical Admin Services | 90,166 |
| Allied Health Services | 80,693 |
| Public Health | 41,086 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 38,201 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 33,946 |
| Medicine | 29,737 |
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