Educational Administration and Supervision at Gardner-Webb University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Gardner-Webb University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Gardner-Webb University graduates earn $82k, placing them in the 24th percentile of all educational administration and supervision doctoral 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 North Carolina
Educational Administration and Supervision doctoral's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardner-Webb University | $81,929 | $91,023 | — | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro | $102,221 | — | — | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $94,773 | — | — | — |
| Appalachian State University | $90,331 | — | — | — |
| East Carolina University | $89,496 | $84,772 | — | — |
| Wingate University | $82,174 | $87,571 | — | — |
| National Median | $94,220 | — | — | — |
Other Educational Administration and Supervision Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $7,593 | $102,221 | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $94,773 | — |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $7,541 | $90,331 | — |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $7,361 | $89,496 | — |
| Wingate University Wingate | $40,196 | $82,174 | — |
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.