Nursing Practice at University of Kentucky
If you plan to study Nursing Practice, take a look at what University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky sits in Lexington, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 36 nursing practice degrees were granted at University of Kentucky.
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Studying Online at University of Kentucky
Many students take online classes at University of Kentucky. Of 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) studied exclusively online and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Nursing Practice Rankings at University of Kentucky
Rankings can help you compare University of Kentucky’s Nursing Practice program against peer institutions.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #26 of 63 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #47 of 98 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 182 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #123 of 327 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Nursing Practice Graduates
Those who complete Nursing Practice program at University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Nursing Practice 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 |
| 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
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