Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Caldwell University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Caldwell University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Caldwell University graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods bachelors 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 New Jersey
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldwell University | $48,946 | $51,973 | $26,814* | — |
| Stockton University | $59,371 | $53,563 | $39,000* | 0.66 |
| Rider University | $57,145 | $53,753 | $26,466* | 0.46 |
| Seton Hall University | $56,300 | $52,739 | $27,000* | 0.48 |
| The College of New Jersey | $56,231 | $54,977 | $26,000* | 0.46 |
| Centenary University | $54,633 | $52,094 | $27,000* | 0.49 |
| National Median | $41,809 | — | $26,000* | 0.62 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton University Galloway | $15,532 | $59,371 | $39,000 |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $38,900 | $57,145 | $26,466 |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $51,370 | $56,300 | $27,000 |
| The College of New Jersey Ewing | $18,685 | $56,231 | $26,000 |
| Centenary University Hackettstown | $37,732 | $54,633 | $27,000 |
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 Caldwell University, approximately 46% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 17 graduates with reported earnings and 17 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.