Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Montana State University Billings
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Montana State University Billings graduates compare to all programs nationally
Montana State University Billings graduates earn $39k, placing them in the 31th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas bachelors 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 Montana
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Montana (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Billings | $39,422 | $40,358 | — | — |
| Montana State University | $38,576 | $43,716 | $24,000 | 0.62 |
| The University of Montana-Western | $38,151 | $47,324 | $22,557 | 0.59 |
| The University of Montana | $28,298 | $40,740 | — | — |
| National Median | $43,082 | — | $26,221 | 0.61 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Montana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Montana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montana State University Bozeman | $8,083 | $38,576 | $24,000 |
| The University of Montana-Western Dillon | $6,430 | $38,151 | $22,557 |
| The University of Montana Missoula | $8,152 | $28,298 | — |
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 Montana State University Billings, approximately 26% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 19 graduates with reported earnings and 15 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.