Curriculum and Instruction at Alverno College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Alverno College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Alverno College graduates earn $70k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all curriculum and instruction masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverno College | $70,227 | $80,279 | — | — |
| Carroll University | $57,937 | — | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | $57,584 | $57,563 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh | $55,178 | $61,604 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Wisconsin | $53,056 | $54,823 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | $50,433 | $53,914 | — | — |
| National Median | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Other Curriculum and Instruction Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carroll University Waukesha | $37,230 | $57,937 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $10,020 | $57,584 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Oshkosh | $8,212 | $55,178 | — |
| Concordia University-Wisconsin Mequon | $34,250 | $53,056 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $11,205 | $50,433 | — |
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 Alverno College, approximately 49% 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.