Educational Administration and Supervision at Midwestern State University

A bachelor's degree in educational administration might sound practical for aspiring school leaders, but programs nationwide suggest starting earnings around $37,000—modest for a four-year credential. Midwestern State's figures are estimated from peer institutions since too few graduates were tracked for reliable data, which itself raises questions about program size and market demand. The estimated $24,000 debt load is actually lower than the national median for this degree, making the financial burden more manageable than many comparable programs, but that doesn't solve the fundamental earnings challenge.

The 0.64 debt-to-earnings ratio looks reasonable on paper, but context matters: most educational administration roles require a master's degree and teaching experience. A bachelor's alone typically qualifies graduates only for support positions in schools or education-adjacent fields, not the leadership roles the program name implies. With 40% of students at Midwestern State receiving Pell grants, many families are counting on solid career prospects that may require additional expensive graduate education to materialize.

For families considering this path, understand you're looking at estimated outcomes from a small program, likely leading to entry-level educational support work rather than administration. If your student is genuinely committed to school leadership, they'll need a master's anyway—so weigh whether starting here makes sense versus pursuing a teaching credential or a different undergraduate major first.