Nursing at University of Scranton
If you plan to study Nursing, you may want to check out the program at University of Scranton. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Scranton sits in Scranton, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 105 nursing graduations were recorded at University of Scranton.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Scranton
Many students take online classes at University of Scranton. Among 4,724 students, 449 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 151 (3%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at University of Scranton
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Scranton’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #72 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #228 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1701 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #3 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #14 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #45 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #72 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #228 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1701 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from University of Scranton
Students who complete University of Scranton’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 | $76,400 |
| 2 years | $81,156 |
| 3 years | $90,620 |
| 4 years | $98,249 |
| 5 years | $114,410 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from University of Scranton take home a median $98,249, compared with $73,777 for all University of Scranton graduates — about 33% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from University of Scranton is $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the diversity of Nursing graduates at University of Scranton, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at University of Scranton are 80% women (84) and 20% men (21).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at University of Scranton
Among the 78 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at University of Scranton, 96% were women (75) and 4% were men (3).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Scranton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 72 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 8% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Scranton, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at University of Scranton
Of the 4 master’s nursing degrees awarded at University of Scranton, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of Scranton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*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 Scranton
This Nursing program at University of Scranton breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 78 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | 22 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 4 |
| Nursing Practice | 1 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at University of Scranton work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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
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