Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Saint Norbert College

Saint Norbert graduates who become secondary teachers match Wisconsin's median starting salary and carry roughly $2,000 less debt than the typical in-state program—a meaningful advantage in a field where every dollar counts. The $43,829 first-year earnings place this program squarely in the middle nationally but at the Wisconsin median, with debt coming in at just 57% of first-year income compared to a state median closer to 62%.

The modest 6% earnings growth to $46,284 by year four is typical for early-career teachers navigating standard salary schedules, though it falls short of what UW-Stout and UW-Platteville graduates achieve. The real story here is manageable debt combined with solid state-level performance: graduates rank in the 60th percentile among Wisconsin teaching programs. With one of the highest admission rates among these colleges, Saint Norbert offers an accessible path into teaching without the debt burden that sometimes accompanies private education.

The major caveat: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes may vary more than these numbers suggest. Still, for Wisconsin families seeking a teaching program that won't leave their child swimming in debt, Saint Norbert delivers competitive preparation at a reasonable cost.