Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Morgan State University

Morgan State's teaching preparation program produces graduates earning just $35,254 in their first year—about $10,000 below Maryland's median for education majors and trailing roughly 75% of comparable programs statewide. That's a tough starting position for new teachers, especially given the $33,869 in debt (higher than both state and national medians). Compare this to Towson's education graduates, who start near $51,000, and the gap becomes stark.

The one bright spot is meaningful salary growth: earnings jump 20% to $42,351 by year four, suggesting graduates gain traction once they establish themselves in teaching roles. Still, even after four years, these graduates earn less than the starting salaries at several other Maryland programs. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.96 means nearly a full year's salary goes toward paying off loans—manageable but hardly comfortable on a teacher's budget.

For families committed to teaching careers, Morgan State serves a predominantly low-income student body (54% on Pell grants) and provides access to the profession. However, prospective teachers should recognize they'll likely start at lower-paying districts or positions compared to peers from other Maryland programs. If your child has options at Towson, Salisbury, or other state programs with stronger earnings outcomes, those merit serious consideration—the $15,000+ difference in starting salary compounds significantly over a career.