Special Education and Teaching at Bethel University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Special Education and Teaching bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethel University | $46,697* | — | — | — |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $49,771* | — | $18,387 | 0.37 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $47,132* | $49,281 | $27,000 | 0.57 |
| Winona State University | $46,697* | $46,505 | $27,000 | 0.58 |
| Saint Cloud State University | $46,662* | $43,167 | $28,250 | 0.61 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | $44,510* | — | $30,542 | 0.69 |
| National Median | $44,139* | — | $26,717 | 0.61 |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $49,771 | $18,387 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $47,132 | $27,000 |
| Winona State University Winona | $10,498 | $46,697 | $27,000 |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $10,117 | $46,662 | $28,250 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall | $10,304 | $44,510 | $30,542 |
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 Bethel University, approximately 19% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.