Median Earnings (1yr)
$43,303
5th percentile (60th in MS)
Sample Size
64
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Delta State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Delta State University graduates earn $43k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (12 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Delta State University$43,303
Mississippi College$44,821$42,347
Mississippi State University$42,451$41,830
Jackson State University$39,386$36,352
Alcorn State University$35,436
National Median$52,903

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Mississippi

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Mississippi College
Clinton
$21,698$44,821
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State
$9,815$42,451
Jackson State University
Jackson
$9,090$39,386
Alcorn State University
Alcorn State
$8,549$35,436

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 Delta State University, approximately 43% 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.