Education at Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education
Master'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 Washington
Education masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education | $73,222* | $67,889 | — | — |
| Whitworth University | $80,115* | — | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $76,750* | $73,924 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | $76,750* | $73,924 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus | $76,750* | $73,924 | — | — |
| University of Puget Sound | $69,693* | $70,693 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,157* | — | — | — |
Other Education Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitworth University Spokane | $50,920 | $80,115 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $76,750 | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $12,817 | $76,750 | — |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $12,559 | $76,750 | — |
| University of Puget Sound Tacoma | $59,900 | $69,693 | — |
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 Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education, approximately 21% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 8 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.