Nursing at Rush University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Rush University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Rush University is in Chicago, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 387 nursing degrees were awarded at Rush University.
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Studying Online at Rush University
Many students take online classes at Rush University. Of 2,769 students, 834 (30%) studied exclusively online and 1,313 (47%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Rush University
Rankings can help you compare Rush University’s Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #47 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #127 of 310 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #949 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #47 of 78 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #127 of 310 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #949 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Rush University
Students who complete Rush 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 | $69,579 |
| 2 years | $72,921 |
| 3 years | $75,843 |
| 4 years | $84,587 |
| 5 years | $108,875 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Nursing graduates from Rush University report median earnings of $84,587, compared with $94,305 for all Rush University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nursing graduates at Rush University, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Nursing graduates at Rush University are 88% women (339) and 12% men (48).
Nursing Master’s Program at Rush University
Of the 148 master’s nursing graduates at Rush University, 84% were women (124) and 16% were men (24).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Rush University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 67 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 32 |
| Black / African American | 17 |
| Asian | 26 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 51% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Rush University, above the national average of 40%.*
Nursing Doctoral Program at Rush University
Of the 6 doctoral nursing degrees awarded at Rush University, 100% were women (6) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Rush University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Rush University, higher than the national average of 42%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Rush University
The Nursing program at Rush University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Nursing Science | 160 |
| Nursing Practice | 227 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Rush University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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.
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