Earnings Distribution
How Capella University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capella University | $58,852 | $58,386 | -1% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | +10% |
| Walden University | $69,999 | $61,154 | -13% |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $57,408 | $55,735 | -3% |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | $53,583 | $54,283 | +1% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (11 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Capella UniversityMinneapolis | $14,436 | $58,852 | $58,386 | — | — |
 Walden UniversityMinneapolis | $12,498 | $69,999 | $61,154 | — | — |
 Minnesota State University MoorheadMoorhead | $10,336 | $57,408 | $55,735 | — | — |
 University of St ThomasSaint Paul | $52,284 | $54,441 | — | — | — |
 Saint Mary's University of MinnesotaWinona | $43,160 | $53,583 | $54,283 | — | — |
 University of Minnesota-Twin CitiesMinneapolis | $16,488 | $53,385 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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 Capella University, approximately 37% 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.