Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Boston College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Boston College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Boston College graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 72th 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 Massachusetts
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College | $60,505 | $62,031 | — | — |
| Western New England University | $63,251 | — | — | — |
| Framingham State University | $62,819 | $71,597 | — | — |
| Lesley University | $62,468 | $61,005 | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell | $62,088 | $58,590 | — | — |
| American International College | $62,016 | $63,928 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,494 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western New England University Springfield | $46,430 | $63,251 | — |
| Framingham State University Framingham | $11,630 | $62,819 | — |
| Lesley University Cambridge | $32,780 | $62,468 | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Lowell Lowell | $16,570 | $62,088 | — |
| American International College Springfield | $42,970 | $62,016 | — |
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 Boston College, approximately 13% 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.