Special Education and Teaching at Alvernia University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Alvernia University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Alvernia University graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all special education and teaching bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Pennsylvania
Special Education and Teaching bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (38 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvernia University | $48,649 | — | — | — |
| York College of Pennsylvania | $52,199 | $48,651 | $27,000 | 0.52 |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania | $51,664 | $46,704 | $29,737 | 0.58 |
| Lebanon Valley College | $51,415 | $45,900 | $27,000 | 0.53 |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia | $50,698 | — | $27,000 | 0.53 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | $50,645 | $49,619 | $27,000 | 0.53 |
| National Median | $44,139 | — | $26,717 | 0.61 |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| York College of Pennsylvania York | $24,606 | $52,199 | $27,000 |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville | $12,262 | $51,664 | $29,737 |
| Lebanon Valley College Annville | $50,320 | $51,415 | $27,000 |
| Saint Joseph's University - Philadelphia Philadelphia | $51,340 | $50,698 | $27,000 |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown | $11,230 | $50,645 | $27,000 |
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 Alvernia University, approximately 34% 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.