Special Education and Teaching at Ashland University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Ashland University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Ashland University graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 39th percentile of all special education and teaching 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 Ohio
Special Education and Teaching masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (26 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashland University | $55,365 | $53,059 | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $55,064 | — | — | — |
| University of Toledo | $54,492 | $53,170 | — | — |
| Baldwin Wallace University | $52,975 | — | — | — |
| Xavier University | $52,643 | — | — | — |
| Miami University-Oxford | $51,246 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,893 | — | — | — |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $55,064 | — |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $12,377 | $54,492 | — |
| Baldwin Wallace University Berea | $37,938 | $52,975 | — |
| Xavier University Cincinnati | $48,125 | $52,643 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $17,809 | $51,246 | — |
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 Ashland 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.