Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Carroll University

Carroll University's teacher education program charges a premium price—$27,000 in debt against first-year earnings of $45,253—but delivers above-average results that partially justify the investment. Graduates earn more than 76% of teacher education programs nationally and sit comfortably above the $41,809 national median. Within Wisconsin's competitive teacher preparation landscape, it lands squarely in the middle, trailing programs like Wisconsin Lutheran but outperforming many state alternatives.

The debt load matches Wisconsin's median and sits well below the national average, translating to a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.60. That means graduates devote about 60% of their first year's salary to debt—reasonable for education, though not exceptional. The concerning detail is the slight earnings dip to $44,620 by year four, reflecting the reality that Wisconsin teachers often hit salary ceilings quickly absent advanced degrees or administrative roles.

For families weighing Carroll against other Wisconsin options, this program delivers solid preparation without the debt burden that plagues many education degrees. If your child is committed to teaching in Wisconsin and values Carroll's private school environment, the numbers work. Just understand they're paying moderately more for outcomes that mirror the state median—competitive, but not a standout bargain.