Nursing at Augusta University
If you are interested in studying Nursing, you may want to check out the program at Augusta University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Augusta University is in Augusta, GA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 418 nursing graduations were recorded at Augusta University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Augusta University
Online coursework is an option at Augusta University. Of 10,900 students, 2,320 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,480 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Augusta University
Use these rankings to compare Augusta University’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #6 of 49 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #31 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #275 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #481 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #884 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #6 of 49 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #31 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #275 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #481 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #884 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #6 of 49 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #31 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #275 of 529 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #481 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #884 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Augusta University
Graduates of Augusta 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 | $66,741 |
| 2 years | $65,107 |
| 3 years | $67,328 |
| 4 years | $75,133 |
| 5 years | $90,024 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Nursing graduates from Augusta University report median earnings of $75,133, compared with $71,086 for all Augusta University graduates — about 6% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from Augusta University is $22,956.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Nursing graduates at Augusta University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Nursing graduates at Augusta University are 85% women (355) and 15% men (63).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Augusta University
Among the 162 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at Augusta University, 90% were women (146) and 10% were men (16).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Augusta University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 107 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 26 |
| Asian | 7 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 33% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Augusta University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Augusta University
Among the 152 master’s nursing graduates at Augusta University, 84% were women (127) and 16% were men (25).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Augusta University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 85 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 15 |
| Black / African American | 38 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| Unknown | 7 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Augusta University, lower than the national average of 40%.*
Nursing Doctoral Program at Augusta University
Among the 3 doctoral nursing graduates at Augusta University, 100% were women (3) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing doctoral degree recipients at Augusta University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Augusta University
This Nursing program at Augusta University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 314 |
| Family Practice Nursing | 1 |
| Nursing Science | 98 |
| Mental Health Nursing | 2 |
| Nursing Research & Other | 3 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Nursing program at Augusta University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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