Nursing at La Salle University
If you are interested in studying Nursing, take a look at what La Salle University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
La Salle University is located in Philadelphia, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 262 nursing degrees were awarded at La Salle University.
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Online & Distance Learning at La Salle University
Online coursework is an option at La Salle University. Among 3,153 students, 649 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 489 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at La Salle University
Use these rankings to compare La Salle University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #12 of 84 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #28 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #47 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #151 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1321 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #12 of 84 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #28 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #47 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #146 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #151 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1321 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from La Salle University
Graduates of La Salle 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 | $84,752 |
| 2 years | $84,425 |
| 3 years | $90,577 |
| 4 years | $100,052 |
| 5 years | $106,139 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from La Salle University earn a median of $100,052, compared with $77,245 for all La Salle University graduates — about 30% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from La Salle University comes in at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Nursing graduates at La Salle University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at La Salle University are 84% women (220) and 16% men (42).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at La Salle University
Of the 142 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at La Salle University, 86% were women (122) and 14% were men (20).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at La Salle University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 79 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 27 |
| Asian | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 7 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 37% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at La Salle University, below the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at La Salle University
Among the 71 master’s nursing degrees awarded at La Salle University, 87% were women (62) and 13% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at La Salle University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 6 |
| Black / African American | 16 |
| Asian | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at La Salle 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 La Salle University
This Nursing program at La Salle University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 142 |
| Adult Health Nursing | 17 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 22 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 24 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 38 |
| Nursing Practice | 6 |
| Clinical Nurse Leader | 1 |
| Nursing Research & Other | 12 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Nursing program at La Salle University pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying 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
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