Nursing at Clemson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Nursing, take a look at what Clemson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Clemson University is in Clemson, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 269 nursing degrees were awarded at Clemson University.
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Online Class Availability at Clemson University
Many students take online classes at Clemson University. Among 29,077 students, 2,046 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,006 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Clemson University
These rankings give you a sense of how Clemson University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 506 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #395 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1360 of 1,878 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 506 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #395 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1360 of 1,878 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #1 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #7 of 506 |
| Best Value | South Carolina | #24 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #116 of 1,918 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #395 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1360 of 1,878 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Clemson University
Graduates of Clemson University’s Nursing program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,047 |
| 2 years | $58,002 |
| 3 years | $60,025 |
| 4 years | $63,043 |
| 5 years | $86,420 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from Clemson University report median earnings of $63,043, compared with $66,054 for all Clemson University graduates — about 5% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Nursing graduates from Clemson University comes in at $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Nursing graduates at Clemson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Nursing graduates at Clemson University are 93% women (250) and 7% men (19).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 255 bachelor’s nursing graduates at Clemson University, 93% were women (236) and 7% were men (19).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 231 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 9 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 8% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Clemson University, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Clemson University
Among the 1 master’s nursing graduates at Clemson University, 100% were women (1) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Clemson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 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 Clemson University
This Nursing program at Clemson University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 255 |
| Nursing Science | 1 |
| Nursing Practice | 13 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Clemson University work across a variety of fields. Below 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.