Median Earnings (1yr)
$52,718
33rd percentile (40th in GA)
Sample Size
36
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Georgia College & State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Georgia College & State University graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 33th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas 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 Georgia

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (17 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Georgia College & State University$52,718$55,764
Valdosta State University$68,380$59,883
Georgia State University$57,529$53,308
University of West Georgia$57,518$55,198
University of Georgia$56,374$55,759
Piedmont University$55,865
National Median$56,494

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Georgia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Valdosta State University
Valdosta
$6,007$68,380
Georgia State University
Atlanta
$8,478$57,529
University of West Georgia
Carrollton
$5,971$57,518
University of Georgia
Athens
$11,180$56,374
Piedmont University
Demorest
$30,680$55,865

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 Georgia College & State University, approximately 16% 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.