Median Earnings (1yr)
$35,436
5th percentile (25th in MS)
Sample Size
25
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Alcorn State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Alcorn State University graduates earn $35k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (12 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Alcorn State University$35,436
Mississippi College$44,821$42,347
Delta State University$43,303
Mississippi State University$42,451$41,830
Jackson State University$39,386$36,352
National Median$52,903

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Mississippi

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Mississippi College
Clinton
$21,698$44,821
Delta State University
Cleveland
$8,605$43,303
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State
$9,815$42,451
Jackson State University
Jackson
$9,090$39,386

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Alcorn State University, approximately 77% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.