The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Registered Nursing master’s graduates in Alabama earn a weighted average salary of $98,564 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 50% nationally.
Our registered nursing graduate rankings cover 9 of the 11 programs available in Alabama, accounting for 98% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$94,793
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$30,750
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$98,530
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$41,000
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$81,427
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.3
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$27,983
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$96,107
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$42,789
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$93,435
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$41,000
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$102,546
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.5
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$51,250
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$70,167
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$30,750
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$104,909
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$80,078
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$63,997
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.7
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$47,423
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in registered nursing in Alabama?
Years
Under 6 months
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in registered nursing is covered by average graduate earnings in under 6 months.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in registered nursing earn in Alabama?
Salary
$98,564
The median master's degree in registered nursing graduate earns $98,564 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in registered nursing cost in Alabama?
Net cost
$17,151
The average annual cost of a master's degree in registered nursing is $17,151. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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