Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Salve Regina University

Salve Regina's education program outperforms most teaching programs nationally, placing graduates in the 62nd percentile for earnings while keeping debt notably low at just $27,000—better than 75% of comparable programs. Starting at $43,356, graduates earn above the national median from day one, and within four years they're making $50,992, an 18% increase that suggests solid career progression in Rhode Island's education market.

Within Rhode Island, this program sits squarely in the middle of the pack, matching the state median for both earnings and debt. It trails University of Rhode Island slightly ($44,363 versus $43,356) but significantly outpaces Rhode Island College's $38,095. The 0.62 debt-to-earnings ratio is reasonable for teaching—a field where salaries start modestly but offer stability and pension benefits that raw earnings data doesn't capture.

The main consideration is whether your child is committed to teaching, since these earnings represent the career ceiling rather than just a starting point. For students drawn to education, this program delivers solid preparation without the heavy debt burden that plagues many private universities. The moderate sample size suggests steady enrollment, and outcomes are consistent enough to make financial planning straightforward.