Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at McNeese State University
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 Louisiana
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| McNeese State University | — | $47,601 | — | — |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $47,684 | $42,392 | $25,250 | 0.53 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $46,458 | $45,788 | $27,962 | 0.60 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | $28,746 | $42,221 | $26,000 | 0.90 |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | $24,882 | $51,713 | $22,728 | 0.91 |
| Grambling State University | $22,864 | $32,630 | $37,449 | 1.64 |
| National Median | $43,082 | — | $26,221 | 0.61 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $47,684 | $25,250 |
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana Natchitoches | $8,864 | $46,458 | $27,962 |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $10,418 | $28,746 | $26,000 |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $11,954 | $24,882 | $22,728 |
| Grambling State University Grambling | $7,683 | $22,864 | $37,449 |
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 McNeese State University, approximately 31% 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.