Nursing at Walden University
If you are interested in studying Nursing, take a look at what Walden University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Walden University is located in Minneapolis, MN.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 4,948 nursing graduations were recorded at Walden University.
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Studying Online at Walden University
Walden University operates as a distance-education institution, so Nursing coursework can be completed remotely.
Nursing Rankings at Walden University
Rankings can help you compare Walden University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #21 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #64 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #940 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #21 of 47 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #64 of 207 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #940 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Walden University
Those who finish Walden 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 | $93,607 |
| 2 years | $93,721 |
| 3 years | $98,617 |
| 4 years | $105,500 |
| 5 years | $116,223 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from Walden University report median earnings of $105,500, compared with $75,990 for all Walden University graduates — about 39% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from Walden University is $32,800.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Nursing graduates at Walden University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Nursing graduates at Walden University are 85% women (4,221) and 15% men (727).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Walden University
Of the 437 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Walden University, 83% were women (363) and 17% were men (74).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Walden University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 246 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 34 |
| Black / African American | 96 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| Unknown | 31 |
Minority students account for 37% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Walden University, below the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Walden University
Among the 3,695 master’s nursing graduates at Walden University, 86% were women (3,177) and 14% were men (518).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Walden University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1,481 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 274 |
| Black / African American | 1,282 |
| Asian | 297 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 15 |
| Two or More Races | 37 |
| International (Nonresident) | 70 |
| Unknown | 236 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Walden University, above the national average of 40%.*
Nursing Doctoral Program at Walden University
Among the 350 doctoral nursing graduates at Walden University, 84% were women (293) and 16% were men (57).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Walden University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 66 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 21 |
| Black / African American | 225 |
| Asian | 12 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 16 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 75% of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Walden University, above 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 Walden University
The Nursing program at Walden University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 4,132 |
| Nursing Administration | 3 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 52 |
| Nursing Science | 46 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 360 |
| Nursing Practice | 304 |
| Geriatric Nursing | 51 |
Top-Paying Careers for Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Nursing program at Walden University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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