Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Jacksonville State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Jacksonville State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Jacksonville State University graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 52th 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 Alabama
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville State University | $56,790 | $55,555 | — | — |
| Athens State University | $66,720 | — | — | — |
| University of West Alabama | $59,079 | $55,059 | — | — |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham | $52,545 | $54,901 | — | — |
| Auburn University | $49,916 | $58,260 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,494 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Alabama
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Alabama schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athens State University Athens | — | $66,720 | — |
| University of West Alabama Livingston | $10,990 | $59,079 | — |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $8,832 | $52,545 | — |
| Auburn University Auburn | $12,536 | $49,916 | — |
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 Jacksonville State University, approximately 43% 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.