All Lees-McRae College majors by area
- Health & Medicine · 6
- Social Sciences & Public Service · 4
- Arts & Design · 3
- Education · 3
- Humanities & Languages · 3
- Science & Math · 3
- Business & Finance · 1
- Communications & Media · 1
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | $69,776 | $87,523 | $23,125 |
| Allied Health (Imaging / Therapy / Tech) | — | — | — |
| Health Sciences | — | — | — |
| Kinesiology / Exercise Science | — | — | — |
| Nutrition Science | — | — | — |
| Pre-Med / Pre-Health | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts and Entertainment Management | — | — | — |
| Theatre | — | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education (Elementary / Secondary) | $38,996 | $45,862 | $15,000 |
| Education (Subject Teaching) | — | — | — |
| Special Education | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | — | — | — |
| History | — | — | — |
| Religious Studies | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zoology / Animal Biology | $24,921 | $38,699 | $24,120 |
| Agriculture / Veterinary Preparatory Programs | — | — | — |
| Biology | — | — | — |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration | $33,292 | $60,108 | $18,500 |
| Major | Earnings, 1 yr | Earnings, 4 yrs | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communications | — | — | — |
College Scorecard field of study, latest release: median earnings of graduates who received federal aid, 1 and 4 years after graduating; median federal loan debt. — means too few graduates to report.
From major to career
Nursing → Registered nurse
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 5.6% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: bachelor's degree.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Criminal Justice → Police officer
Median annual wage for all workers in this job. U.S. jobs projected to grow 3.5% from 2025 to 2035. Typical entry education: high school diploma or equivalent.
BLS OEWS May 2025; Employment Projections 2025-35
Across all majors, former Lees-McRae College students earn a median $43,415 ten years after starting college, more than 28% of North Carolina colleges we cover. 42% graduate within six years.
Lees-McRae College majors questions
How many majors does Lees-McRae College offer?
Lees-McRae College offers 24 bachelor's majors across 8 areas; the most majors are in Health & Medicine and Social Sciences & Public Service.
What is the highest-paying major at Lees-McRae College?
Nursing graduates from Lees-McRae College earn a median $87,523 four years after graduating, the highest of the 7 majors with reported earnings. Their median debt is $23,125.
Which Lees-McRae College majors earn the least?
Among majors with reported earnings, Zoology / Animal Biology graduates earn the least: a median $38,699 four years after graduating.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (field of study); Bureau of Labor Statistics (OEWS, Employment Projections). Back to Lees-McRae College overview