Nursing at University of Saint Joseph
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, you may want to check out the program at University of Saint Joseph. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Saint Joseph is in West Hartford, CT.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 117 nursing degrees were awarded at University of Saint Joseph.
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Studying Online at University of Saint Joseph
Distance learning is available at University of Saint Joseph. Among 1,952 students, 407 (21%) studied exclusively online and 564 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at University of Saint Joseph
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Saint Joseph’s Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #9 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #13 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #48 of 97 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #69 of 92 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #535 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1628 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from University of Saint Joseph
Graduates of University of Saint Joseph’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 | $85,557 |
| 2 years | $80,682 |
| 3 years | $84,790 |
| 4 years | $94,794 |
| 5 years | $101,162 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from University of Saint Joseph report median earnings of $94,794, compared with $73,982 for all University of Saint Joseph graduates — about 28% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from University of Saint Joseph comes in at $30,990.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for Nursing graduates at University of Saint Joseph, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Nursing graduates at University of Saint Joseph are 93% women (109) and 7% men (8).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at University of Saint Joseph
Of the 66 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at University of Saint Joseph, 92% were women (61) and 8% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Saint Joseph.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 41 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Saint Joseph, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at University of Saint Joseph
Of the 36 master’s nursing degrees awarded at University of Saint Joseph, 92% were women (33) and 8% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Saint Joseph.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 8 |
| Black / African American | 8 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Minority students account for 47% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Saint Joseph, higher 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 University of Saint Joseph
This Nursing program at University of Saint Joseph breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 102 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 9 |
| Nursing Practice | 6 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at University of Saint Joseph pursue many career paths. Here are 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.