Earnings Distribution
How George Mason 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Mason University | $59,240 | $61,112 | +3% |
| Morehead State University | $58,020 | $64,122 | +11% |
| Walden University | $62,621 | $62,564 | -0% |
| University of Denver | $50,604 | $57,703 | +14% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 George Mason UniversityFairfax | $13,815 | $59,240 | $61,112 | — | — |
 Walden UniversityMinneapolis | $12,498 | $62,621 | $62,564 | — | — |
 Morehead State UniversityMorehead | $9,838 | $58,020 | $64,122 | — | — |
 Empire State UniversitySaratoga Springs | $7,630 | $53,832 | — | — | — |
 University of DenverDenver | $59,340 | $50,604 | $57,703 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $58,020 | — | — | — |
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 George Mason University, approximately 30% 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.