Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Piedmont University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Piedmont University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Piedmont University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods masters 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 Georgia
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont University | $56,169 | $55,674 | — | — |
| Georgia Southwestern State University | $62,821 | $51,918 | — | — |
| Georgia State University | $59,627 | $54,053 | — | — |
| Thomas University | $59,006 | $53,609 | — | — |
| University of West Georgia | $58,664 | $53,206 | — | — |
| Valdosta State University | $57,751 | $51,344 | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Southwestern State University Americus | $4,980 | $62,821 | — |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $59,627 | — |
| Thomas University Thomasville | $11,640 | $59,006 | — |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $58,664 | — |
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $6,007 | $57,751 | — |
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 Piedmont University, approximately 41% 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.