Curriculum and Instruction at Kent State University at Stark
Master's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Ohio
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Ohio (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kent State University at Stark | $56,141* | $46,936 | — | — |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus | $62,381* | $63,081 | — | — |
| Ohio Dominican University | $61,239* | — | — | — |
| Ashland University | $56,141* | $51,792 | — | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus | $51,976* | $55,507 | — | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus | $51,608* | — | — | — |
| National Median | $55,185* | — | — | — |
Other Curriculum and Instruction Programs in Ohio
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Ohio schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $13,570 | $62,381 | — |
| Ohio Dominican University Columbus | $34,370 | $61,239 | — |
| Ashland University Ashland | $28,910 | $56,141 | — |
| Bowling Green State University-Main Campus Bowling Green | $14,081 | $51,976 | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $13,746 | $51,608 | — |
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 Kent State University at Stark, approximately 29% 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 5 similar programs in OH. Actual outcomes may vary.