Earnings Distribution
How Gardner-Webb University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner-Webb University | $72,305 | $73,745 | +2% |
| St. John's University-New York | $142,452 | $156,144 | +10% |
| Mercer University | $82,159 | $81,968 | -0% |
| University of Florida | $73,463 | $78,907 | +7% |
| Capella University | $77,115 | $77,084 | -0% |
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Curriculum and Instruction doctoral's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (5 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Gardner-Webb UniversityBoiling Springs | $33,450 | $72,305 | $73,745 | — | — |
 University of North Carolina at CharlotteCharlotte | $7,214 | $80,306 | — | — | — |
 University of North Carolina at GreensboroGreensboro | $7,593 | $72,325 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $75,980 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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 Gardner-Webb University, approximately 27% 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.