Education at Bob Jones University

Bob Jones University's education program graduates earn $29,278 in their first year—about $3,000 below the national median for education majors. However, context matters here: this places graduates at the 60th percentile among South Carolina education programs, meaning they're earning more than most in-state peers. The debt load of $19,268 is notably lower than the national median of $26,000, creating a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.66 that's manageable for a teaching salary.

The cautionary note: we're looking at a very small sample size (under 30 graduates), which means these numbers could shift significantly with more data. Teaching salaries also vary widely by district and grade level, so individual outcomes will depend heavily on where graduates find positions. The 76th percentile debt ranking nationally is concerning—it means most education programs saddle students with less debt—though in absolute terms, under $20,000 is still a reasonable amount to manage on a teacher's salary.

For parents, the key question is whether their child is committed to teaching in South Carolina specifically. If so, this program appears competitive within the state and avoids the excessive debt that plagues many education programs. But if they're aiming for higher-paying districts out of state or uncertain about teaching as a career, that below-average national earning power becomes harder to justify.