Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Guilford College
Bachelor's Degree
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
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (46 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guilford College | — | $42,311 | — | — |
| North Carolina A & T State University | $49,099 | — | — | — |
| Elon University | $47,095 | $44,611 | $20,000 | 0.42 |
| North Carolina Central University | $46,773 | $43,985 | $31,880 | 0.68 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $44,979 | $42,750 | $21,500 | 0.48 |
| Greensboro College | $43,963 | — | $47,745 | 1.09 |
| National Median | $41,809 | — | $26,000 | 0.62 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $6,748 | $49,099 | — |
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $47,095 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $6,542 | $46,773 | $31,880 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $44,979 | $21,500 |
| Greensboro College Greensboro | $20,400 | $43,963 | $47,745 |
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 Guilford College, approximately 44% 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.