Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How Saint Mary's University of Minnesota graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | $53,583 | $54,283 | +1% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $83,546 | $92,010 | +10% |
| Walden University | $69,999 | $61,154 | -13% |
| Capella University | $58,852 | $58,386 | -1% |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $57,408 | $55,735 | -3% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (11 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Saint Mary's University of MinnesotaWinona | $43,160 | $53,583 | $54,283 | — | — |
 Walden UniversityMinneapolis | $12,498 | $69,999 | $61,154 | — | — |
 Capella UniversityMinneapolis | $14,436 | $58,852 | $58,386 | — | — |
 Minnesota State University MoorheadMoorhead | $10,336 | $57,408 | $55,735 | — | — |
 University of St ThomasSaint Paul | $52,284 | $54,441 | — | — | — |
 University of Minnesota-Twin CitiesMinneapolis | $16,488 | $53,385 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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Curriculum and Instruction in Minnesota
- Walden University$69,999
- Capella University$58,852
- Minnesota State University Moorhead$57,408
- University of St Thomas$54,441
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities$53,385
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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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, approximately 22% 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.