Registered Nursing at California State University-Fullerton
What traits are you looking for in a school for Registered Nursing, consider the program at California State University-Fullerton. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State University-Fullerton is in Fullerton, CA.
During the most recent reporting year, 312 registered nursing degrees were granted at California State University-Fullerton.
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Studying Online at California State University-Fullerton
Online coursework is an option at California State University-Fullerton. Of 43,662 students, 3,776 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 23,263 (53%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at California State University-Fullerton
Rankings can help you compare California State University-Fullerton’s Registered Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 218 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 1,843 |
| Best Value | California | #29 of 134 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #3 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #3 of 218 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #8 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #24 of 215 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #24 of 1,843 |
| Best Value | California | #29 of 134 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Registered Nursing graduates at California State University-Fullerton, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Registered Nursing graduates at California State University-Fullerton are 79% women (245) and 21% men (67).
Registered Nursing Bachelor’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Among the 292 bachelor’s registered nursing degrees awarded at California State University-Fullerton, 77% were women (225) and 23% were men (67).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 43 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 117 |
| Black / African American | 11 |
| Asian | 94 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 14 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
| Unknown | 8 |
Minority students account for 81% of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, higher than the national average of 43%.*
Registered Nursing Master’s Program at California State University-Fullerton
Of the 20 master’s registered nursing degrees awarded at California State University-Fullerton, 100% were women (20) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 6 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 10 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 70% of Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at California State University-Fullerton, higher than the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Graduates of the Registered Nursing program at California State University-Fullerton pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-paying careers for Registered Nursing graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
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.