Nursing at Carlow University
If you are interested in studying Nursing, take a look at what Carlow University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Carlow University is located in Pittsburgh, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 146 nursing graduations were recorded at Carlow University.
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Studying Online at Carlow University
Distance learning is available at Carlow University. Among 2,416 students, 822 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 989 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Carlow University
Rankings can help you compare Carlow University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #33 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #61 of 84 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #160 of 258 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #220 of 274 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1389 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1422 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #33 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #61 of 84 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #160 of 258 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #220 of 274 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1389 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1422 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Carlow University
Graduates of Carlow University’s Nursing program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $69,061 |
| 2 years | $68,583 |
| 3 years | $71,084 |
| 4 years | $78,676 |
| 5 years | $92,336 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from Carlow University take home a median $78,676, compared with $60,140 for all Carlow University graduates — about 31% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from Carlow University is $28,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nursing graduates at Carlow University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at Carlow University are 90% women (131) and 10% men (15).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Carlow University
Of the 86 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at Carlow University, 87% were women (75) and 13% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Carlow University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 69 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 20% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Carlow University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Carlow University
Of the 45 master’s nursing graduates at Carlow University, 91% were women (41) and 9% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Carlow University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 35 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 7 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 22% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Carlow University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Carlow University
This Nursing program at Carlow University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 86 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 45 |
| Nursing Practice | 10 |
| Women’s Health Nursing | 5 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Carlow University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.