Special Education and Teaching at Hope College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Hope College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Hope College graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 78th percentile of all special education and teaching bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Special Education and Teaching bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (20 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope College | $48,630 | — | — | — |
| Grand Valley State University | $49,494 | — | $30,350 | 0.61 |
| Western Michigan University | $47,868 | $43,549 | $31,000 | 0.65 |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor | $47,295 | — | — | — |
| Central Michigan University | $46,522 | $43,515 | $31,000 | 0.67 |
| Wayne State University | $44,157 | $44,713 | $43,500 | 0.99 |
| National Median | $44,139 | — | $26,717 | 0.61 |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $14,628 | $49,494 | $30,350 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $47,868 | $31,000 |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $34,200 | $47,295 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $46,522 | $31,000 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $44,157 | $43,500 |
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 Hope College, 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.