Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Portland State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Portland State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Portland State University graduates earn $43k, placing them in the 5th 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 Oregon
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State University | $43,030 | $55,475 | — | — |
| Southern Oregon University | $54,244 | $55,518 | — | — |
| Eastern Oregon University | $53,227 | $51,933 | — | — |
| Lewis & Clark College | $53,121 | $50,271 | — | — |
| Western Oregon University | $50,535 | $53,928 | — | — |
| George Fox University | $49,424 | $53,552 | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Oregon University Ashland | $12,093 | $54,244 | — |
| Eastern Oregon University La Grande | $10,671 | $53,227 | — |
| Lewis & Clark College Portland | $62,350 | $53,121 | — |
| Western Oregon University Monmouth | $11,025 | $50,535 | — |
| George Fox University Newberg | $40,940 | $49,424 | — |
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 Portland State University, approximately 40% 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.