Education at Cedar Crest College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Cedar Crest College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Cedar Crest College graduates earn $60k, placing them in the 64th percentile of all education 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 Pennsylvania
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (29 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Crest College | $59,798 | $55,662 | — | — |
| University of Pennsylvania | $77,285 | $76,120 | — | — |
| La Salle University | $63,073 | $64,560 | — | — |
| York College of Pennsylvania | $63,072 | — | — | — |
| Wilkes University | $60,471 | $62,428 | — | — |
| Holy Family University | $58,924 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157 | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia | $66,104 | $77,285 | — |
| La Salle University Philadelphia | $35,570 | $63,073 | — |
| York College of Pennsylvania York | $24,606 | $63,072 | — |
| Wilkes University Wilkes-Barre | $42,286 | $60,471 | — |
| Holy Family University Philadelphia | $33,968 | $58,924 | — |
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 Cedar Crest College, approximately 39% 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.