Nursing at Francis Marion University
If you are interested in studying Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Francis Marion University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Francis Marion University is in Florence, SC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 85 nursing degrees were awarded at Francis Marion University.
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Online Class Availability at Francis Marion University
Online coursework is an option at Francis Marion University. Of 4,112 students, 808 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,232 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Francis Marion University
Use these rankings to compare Francis Marion University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #17 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #21 of 30 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #305 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #338 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1002 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1384 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #17 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #21 of 30 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #305 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #338 of 506 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1002 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1384 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Francis Marion University
Graduates of Francis Marion University’s Nursing program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $72,741 |
| 2 years | $73,764 |
| 3 years | $77,850 |
| 4 years | $84,974 |
| 5 years | $92,871 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Francis Marion University take home a median $84,974, compared with $50,659 for all Francis Marion University graduates — about 68% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from Francis Marion University stands at $29,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Nursing graduates at Francis Marion University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at Francis Marion University are 87% women (74) and 13% men (11).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Francis Marion University
Among the 53 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Francis Marion University, 87% were women (46) and 13% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Francis Marion University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
| Asian | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Francis Marion University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Francis Marion University
Among the 28 master’s nursing degrees awarded at Francis Marion University, 86% were women (24) and 14% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Francis Marion University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 39% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Francis Marion 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 Francis Marion University
The Nursing program at Francis Marion University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 53 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 23 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 5 |
| Nursing Practice | 4 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Francis Marion University go on to a range of careers. 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.
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