Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Arcadia University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Arcadia University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Arcadia University graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 70th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas 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 Pennsylvania
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (40 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcadia University | $60,164 | $66,349 | — | — |
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania | $65,973 | — | — | — |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | $63,903 | — | — | — |
| Holy Family University | $63,752 | — | — | — |
| Temple University | $63,453 | $59,464 | — | — |
| East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania | $62,438 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,494 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millersville University of Pennsylvania Millersville | $12,262 | $65,973 | — |
| Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley | $38,310 | $63,903 | — |
| Holy Family University Philadelphia | $33,968 | $63,752 | — |
| Temple University Philadelphia | $22,082 | $63,453 | — |
| East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania East Stroudsburg | $11,036 | $62,438 | — |
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 Arcadia University, approximately 28% 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.