Median Earnings (1yr)
$66,720
93rd percentile (60th in AL)
Sample Size
38
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Athens State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Athens State University graduates earn $67k, placing them in the 93th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (12 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Athens State University$66,720
University of West Alabama$59,079$55,059
Jacksonville State University$56,790$55,555
University of Alabama at Birmingham$52,545$54,901
Auburn University$49,916$58,260
National Median$56,494

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Alabama

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of West Alabama
Livingston
$10,990$59,079
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville
$12,426$56,790
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham
$8,832$52,545
Auburn University
Auburn
$12,536$49,916

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 Athens State University, approximately 42% 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.