Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at College of Charleston
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How College of Charleston graduates compare to all programs nationally
College of Charleston graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 22th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods 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 South Carolina
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Charleston | $47,291 | $42,773 | — | — |
| Coker University | $50,683 | $45,901 | — | — |
| Southern Wesleyan University | $49,189 | $48,886 | — | — |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina | $48,189 | $46,109 | — | — |
| Lander University | $47,462 | — | — | — |
| Winthrop University | $47,255 | $43,617 | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coker University Hartsville | $31,854 | $50,683 | — |
| Southern Wesleyan University Central | $27,870 | $49,189 | — |
| Citadel Military College of South Carolina Charleston | $12,570 | $48,189 | — |
| Lander University Greenwood | $11,700 | $47,462 | — |
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $15,956 | $47,255 | — |
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 College of Charleston, approximately 19% 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.