Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Bachelor's Degree) at Greenville University

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$44,601

Est. from IL median (21 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$27,000

Est. from IL median (12 programs)

Analysis

Based on comparable teacher education programs in Illinois, Greenville's graduates likely earn around $44,600 in their first year—squarely in line with the state median but well below what top programs like Northeastern Illinois ($63,615) or SIU-Carbondale ($54,215) report. The estimated $27,000 debt load translates to a 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio, which is manageable but not exceptional for a teaching credential.

What matters most here is understanding that these figures come from peer programs across Illinois rather than Greenville's actual outcomes. The university's 95% admission rate and below-average SAT scores suggest a different student profile than higher-ranked programs, which could affect both career preparation and earning potential. Teaching salaries vary dramatically by district and subject area in Illinois—a math or science teacher in a suburban district will significantly outpace these median figures, while other specializations may fall short.

For parents weighing this investment, the numbers suggest a workable but not standout financial picture. The debt is reasonable for a teaching credential, and the estimated earnings align with what Illinois teachers typically start at. However, without actual program-specific data, you're making assumptions about outcomes that could vary considerably based on Greenville's specific curriculum, placement support, and certification pass rates. Request those institutional details—graduation rates, certification pass rates, and where graduates actually get hired—before committing.

Where Greenville University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (43 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Greenville UniversityGreenville	$30,598	$44,601*	—	$27,000*	—
Northeastern Illinois UniversityChicago	$12,383	$63,615*	—	$25,250*	0.40
Southern Illinois University-CarbondaleCarbondale	$13,244	$54,215*	$60,744	$21,182*	0.39
North Central CollegeNaperville	$44,394	$48,074*	—	$27,000*	0.56
University of Illinois ChicagoChicago	$14,338	$47,292*	$56,110	$17,125*	0.36
University of Illinois Urbana-ChampaignChampaign	$16,004	$46,897*	$47,132	$21,500*	0.46
National Median	—	$43,082*	—	$26,221*	0.61

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas graduates

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to mathematical concepts, statistics, and actuarial science and to the application of original and standardized mathematical techniques in solving specific problems and situations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the agricultural sciences. Includes teachers of agronomy, dairy sciences, fisheries management, horticultural sciences, poultry sciences, range management, and agricultural soil conservation. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in biological sciences. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Forestry and Conservation Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in forestry and conservation science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in the physical sciences, except chemistry and physics. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the chemical and physical properties and compositional changes of substances. Work may include providing instruction in the methods of qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching, and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Environmental Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in environmental science. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Physics Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses pertaining to the laws of matter and energy. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Geography Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in geography. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

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 Greenville University, approximately 38% 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.

Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 21 similar programs in IL. Actual outcomes may vary.