Special Education and Teaching at College of Our Lady of the Elms
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How College of Our Lady of the Elms graduates compare to all programs nationally
College of Our Lady of the Elms graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 53th percentile of all special education and teaching 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 Massachusetts
Special Education and Teaching masters's programs at peer institutions in Massachusetts (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of Our Lady of the Elms | $57,569 | $53,148 | — | — |
| University of Massachusetts-Boston | $65,431 | $64,152 | — | — |
| American International College | $60,590 | $62,220 | — | — |
| Endicott College | $60,292 | — | — | — |
| Fitchburg State University | $59,740 | $62,244 | — | — |
| Boston College | $59,583 | $60,454 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,893 | — | — | — |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Massachusetts
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Massachusetts schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts-Boston Boston | $15,496 | $65,431 | — |
| American International College Springfield | $42,970 | $60,590 | — |
| Endicott College Beverly | $39,212 | $60,292 | — |
| Fitchburg State University Fitchburg | $11,046 | $59,740 | — |
| Boston College Chestnut Hill | $67,680 | $59,583 | — |
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 Our Lady of the Elms, approximately 42% 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.