Nursing Schools in Kentucky
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Jobs for Nursing Grads in Kentucky
63,190 people in the state and 4,288,120 in the nation are employed in jobs related to Nursing.
Wages for Nursing Jobs in Kentucky
Nursing grads earn an average of $92,594 in the state and $107,448 nationwide.
Most Popular Nursing Programs in KY
There are 5 colleges in Kentucky that offer Nursing degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 5 below:
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $67,307 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time student retention rate is 67%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $44,702 after earning their degree at this institution. About 96% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $106,311 after earning their degree at this institution.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $45,496 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 92%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 87%.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $48,648 after earning their degree at this institution. With an admission rate of 81%, getting in takes some planning. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
Nursing Careers in KY
Some of the careers Nursing majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | — | $105,741 |
| Nurse Practitioners | — | $147,651 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | — | $52,889 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | — | $143,854 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | — | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | — | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | — | $56,247 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | — | $66,747 |
| Nurse Midwives | — | $36,174 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | — | $129,557 |
Related Majors in Kentucky
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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