Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Long Island University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Long Island University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Long Island University graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 57th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods 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 New York
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (67 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | $54,184 | $55,227 | — | — |
| Boricua College | $80,992 | — | — | — |
| Pace University | $75,725 | $72,203 | — | — |
| CUNY City College | $75,423 | $71,593 | — | — |
| St. John's University-New York | $73,384 | $66,914 | — | — |
| Relay Graduate School of Education | $68,158 | $82,651 | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boricua College New York | $12,525 | $80,992 | — |
| Pace University New York | $51,424 | $75,725 | — |
| CUNY City College New York | $7,340 | $75,423 | — |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $50,110 | $73,384 | — |
| Relay Graduate School of Education New York | — | $68,158 | — |
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 Long Island University, approximately 19% 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.