Nursing Schools in Pennsylvania
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Jobs for Nursing Grads in Pennsylvania
There are 192,180 people in the state and 4,288,120 people in the nation working in Nursing jobs.
Wages for Nursing Jobs in Pennsylvania
In this state, Nursing grads earn an average of $98,850. Nationwide, they make an average of $107,448.
Most Popular Nursing Programs in PA
There are 9 colleges in Pennsylvania that offer Nursing degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 9 below:
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $71,209 a year. With an admission rate of 78%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 90%.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $68,709 a year. The school admits about 86% of applicants. 82% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $86,069 a year. With an admission rate of 6%, getting in takes some planning. 98% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $43,493 after earning their degree at this institution. In-state undergraduate tuition runs about $7,373 a year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $59,604 a year. The school admits about 91% of applicants. 73% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $73,993 a year. The school admits about 44% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 65%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $67,466 after earning their degree at this institution. About 74% of those who apply are admitted. 83% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $49,721 a year. About 50% of those who apply are admitted. The full-time student retention rate is 92%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $55,257 after earning their degree at this institution. The school admits about 79% of applicants. The full-time student retention rate is 86%.
Nursing Careers in PA
Some of the careers Nursing majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | 15% | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | 14% | $65,103 |
| Nurse Midwives | 12% | $36,174 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | 12% | $52,889 |
| Registered Nurses | 10% | $105,741 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | 9% | $129,557 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | 6% | $69,718 |
| Acute Care Nurses | 4% | $56,247 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 3% | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | 0% | $143,854 |
Related Majors in Pennsylvania
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Nursing.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Nursing & Nursing Assistants | 99,987 |
| Allied Health Professions | 90,379 |
| Health/Medical Admin Services | 90,166 |
| Allied Health Services | 80,693 |
| Public Health | 41,086 |
| Health Sciences & Services | 38,201 |
| Mental & Social Health Services | 33,946 |
| Medicine | 29,737 |
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