Registered Nursing at University of South Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Registered Nursing, you may want to check out the program at University of South Alabama. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Alabama is in Mobile, AL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 1,123 registered nursing graduations were recorded at University of South Alabama.
Featured schools near , edit
Online & Distance Learning at University of South Alabama
Distance learning is available at University of South Alabama. Among 14,003 students, 3,884 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,771 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Registered Nursing Rankings at University of South Alabama
These rankings give you a sense of how University of South Alabama’s Registered Nursing program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #5 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #308 of 524 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #437 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #998 of 1,843 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #5 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #308 of 524 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #437 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #998 of 1,843 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #5 of 27 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #308 of 524 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #437 of 1,861 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #998 of 1,843 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Registered Nursing graduates at University of South Alabama, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Registered Nursing graduates at University of South Alabama are 89% women (996) and 11% men (127).
Registered Nursing Bachelor’s Program at University of South Alabama
Among the 354 bachelor’s registered nursing graduates at University of South Alabama, 87% were women (309) and 13% were men (45).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 220 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 78 |
| Asian | 17 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 10 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 8 |
Minority students account for 35% of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama, below the national average of 43%.*
Registered Nursing Master’s Program at University of South Alabama
Among the 769 master’s registered nursing graduates at University of South Alabama, 89% were women (687) and 11% were men (82).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 530 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 37 |
| Black / African American | 126 |
| Asian | 33 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 25 |
| Unknown | 15 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 29% of Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at University of South Alabama, below 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 University of South Alabama pursue many career paths. Below are the top-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.
HealthcareDegreeSearch.com provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© HealthcareDegreeSearch.com – All Rights Reserved.