Special Education and Teaching at Minnesota State University-Mankato
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates compare to all programs nationally
Minnesota State University-Mankato graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 46th percentile of all special education and teaching 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 Minnesota
Special Education and Teaching masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $56,364 | $52,961 | — | — |
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | $60,963 | $63,845 | — | — |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul | $59,263 | — | — | — |
| University of St Thomas | $58,812 | $62,389 | — | — |
| Bethel University | $58,506 | $62,740 | — | — |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $57,948 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $56,893 | — | — | — |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona | $43,160 | $60,963 | — |
| Concordia University-Saint Paul Saint Paul | $25,000 | $59,263 | — |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $52,284 | $58,812 | — |
| Bethel University Saint Paul | $42,930 | $58,506 | — |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $10,336 | $57,948 | — |
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 Minnesota State University-Mankato, approximately 20% 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.