Nursing at Troy University
If you plan to study Nursing, consider the program at Troy University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Troy University is in Troy, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 302 nursing graduations were recorded at Troy University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Troy University
Online coursework is an option at Troy University. Of 13,658 students, 6,980 (51%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,579 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Rankings at Troy University
These rankings give you a sense of how Troy University’s Nursing program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #14 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #18 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #205 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #301 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #985 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1013 of 1,918 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #14 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #18 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #205 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #301 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #985 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1013 of 1,918 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #14 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #18 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #205 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #301 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #985 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1013 of 1,918 |
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #14 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #18 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #205 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #301 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #985 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1013 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from Troy University
Graduates of Troy 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 | $62,462 |
| 2 years | $62,208 |
| 3 years | $62,622 |
| 4 years | $74,198 |
| 5 years | $88,120 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from Troy University earn a median of $74,198, compared with $52,344 for all Troy University graduates — about 42% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Nursing graduates from Troy University is $27,152.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Nursing graduates at Troy University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Nursing graduates at Troy University are 89% women (268) and 11% men (34).
Nursing Associate’s Program at Troy University
Among the 79 associate’s nursing graduates at Troy University, 84% were women (66) and 16% were men (13).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing associate’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 38 |
| Black / African American | 38 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
Minority students account for 52% of Nursing associate’s degree recipients at Troy University, above the national average of 44%.*
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at Troy University
Of the 132 bachelor’s nursing degrees awarded at Troy University, 92% were women (121) and 8% were men (11).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 95 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 25 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 6 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 27% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University, below the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at Troy University
Of the 65 master’s nursing graduates at Troy University, 88% were women (57) and 12% were men (8).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 39 |
| Black / African American | 25 |
| Asian | 1 |
Minority students account for 40% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at Troy University, above the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at Troy University
This Nursing program at Troy University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 281 |
| Nursing Practice | 21 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at Troy University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying 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.