D
Below Average
Score: 40/100
Overall (traditional)
B
Outcome Rating
73/100 · earnings-weighted

UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing

2-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15232
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing campus, Pittsburgh, PA
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing campus, Pittsburgh, PA. Photo: Acsaladino, CC BY 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons.
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Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (D) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%
Outcomes
D
42/100
Affordability
F
24/100
Resources
B
65/100
Experience
C
46/100
Prestige
F
25/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

594
Total Enrollment
43%
Graduation Rate
27%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
65%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$68,801
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$66,816
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$19,666
Median debt at graduation
75%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
35.5%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 29% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 97th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (PA wage index 0.97). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$63,308$80,135+0%#31 of 59#32$19,508

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

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  • Avg home value near campus: $491,660
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,570/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 15219 (8.8% cap, Pittsburgh)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $14,190 $14,190

Financial Aid

91%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
91%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse 144 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing's top programs commonly pursue.

Registered nurses
$94k/yr 3,391,000 jobs
Nursing instructors and teachers, postsecondary
$80k/yr 91,600 jobs

Student Demographics

594
Total Students
88%
Women
27%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 59%
Hispanic 6%
Black 21%
Asian 3%
Two or More 6%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 79%
Hybrid (Some Online) 20%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 27%
25-64 (Adult) 73%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing?
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing has an acceptance rate of 65%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing?
Tuition at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing is $14,190 for in-state students and $14,190 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing?
The graduation rate at UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing a good school?
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing has a Repit College Score of 40/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (D): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing?
UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing has a total enrollment of 594 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology