Median Earnings (1yr)
$54,774
60th percentile (60th in IA)
Sample Size
34
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Northwestern College graduates compare to all programs nationally

Northwestern College graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 60th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (11 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Northwestern College$54,774
University of Northern Iowa$54,544$56,502
Drake University$51,327$51,787
National Median$52,903

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Iowa

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
University of Northern Iowa
Cedar Falls
$9,728$54,544
Drake University
Des Moines
$49,944$51,327

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 Northwestern College, approximately 23% 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.