Earnings Distribution
How Grand Valley State 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | $53,419 | $51,954 | -3% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | +10% |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor | $53,056 | $54,823 | +3% |
| Central Michigan University | $57,102 | $51,984 | -9% |
| Michigan State University | $56,851 | $50,999 | -10% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (14 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Grand Valley State UniversityAllendale | $14,628 | $53,419 | $51,954 | — | — |
 Central Michigan UniversityMount Pleasant | $14,190 | $57,102 | $51,984 | — | — |
 Northern Michigan UniversityMarquette | $13,304 | $57,036 | — | — | — |
 Michigan State UniversityEast Lansing | $15,988 | $56,851 | $50,999 | — | — |
 Concordia University Ann ArborAnn Arbor | $34,200 | $53,056 | $54,823 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
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 Grand Valley State University, approximately 26% 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.