Educational Administration and Supervision at Oakland University
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Oakland University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Oakland University graduates earn $91k, placing them in the 43th percentile of all educational administration and supervision doctoral 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 Michigan
Educational Administration and Supervision doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakland University | $90,920 | $97,930 | — | — |
| Ferris State University | $96,834 | — | — | — |
| Central Michigan University | $91,281 | — | — | — |
| Western Michigan University | $88,781 | $86,795 | — | — |
| Eastern Michigan University | $85,141 | — | — | — |
| Michigan State University | $82,912 | $100,234 | — | — |
| National Median | $94,220 | — | — | — |
Other Educational Administration and Supervision Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $13,630 | $96,834 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $91,281 | — |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $88,781 | — |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $85,141 | — |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $82,912 | — |
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 Oakland University, approximately 30% 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.