Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Normandale Community College
Associate'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 Minnesota
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods associates's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Normandale Community College | — | $36,834 | $11,000 | — |
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota | $28,337 | $29,279 | $23,086 | 0.81 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College | $26,671 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $25,120 | — | $13,608 | 0.54 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rasmussen University-Minnesota St. Cloud | $10,899 | $28,337 | $23,086 |
| Alexandria Technical & Community College Alexandria | $6,213 | $26,671 | — |
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 Normandale Community College, approximately 28% 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.