Nursing at Villanova University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, take a look at what Villanova University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Villanova University is in Villanova, PA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 274 nursing degrees were awarded at Villanova University.
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Online Class Availability at Villanova University
Online coursework is an option at Villanova University. Of 10,041 students, 1,069 (11%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,768 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Villanova University
Rankings can help you compare Villanova University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #4 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #79 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #256 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1855 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #4 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #19 of 274 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #58 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #79 of 79 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #256 of 258 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1855 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Villanova University
Students who complete Villanova 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 | $81,705 |
| 2 years | $90,997 |
| 3 years | $95,281 |
| 4 years | $104,813 |
| 5 years | $127,299 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from Villanova University take home a median $104,813, compared with $95,421 for all Villanova University graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from Villanova University stands at $27,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Nursing graduates at Villanova University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Nursing graduates at Villanova University are 87% women (239) and 13% men (35).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Villanova University
Among the 175 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Villanova University, 87% were women (153) and 13% were men (22).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Villanova University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 112 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 18 |
| Black / African American | 12 |
| Asian | 25 |
| Two or More Races | 7 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 35% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Villanova University, below the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Villanova University
Among the 42 master’s nursing degrees awarded at Villanova University, 90% were women (38) and 10% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Villanova University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 33 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 21% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Villanova University, below the national average of 40%.*
Nursing Doctoral Program at Villanova University
Among the 11 doctoral nursing degrees awarded at Villanova University, 100% were women (11) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Villanova University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Villanova University
This Nursing program at Villanova University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 228 |
| Nursing Practice | 46 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Villanova University pursue many career paths. 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.