Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at South Carolina State University
Bachelor's Degree
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 South Carolina
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods bachelors's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina State University | — | $35,590 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina Beaufort | $44,659 | $43,041 | $27,750 | 0.62 |
| Southern Wesleyan University | $42,006 | — | $27,000 | 0.64 |
| Winthrop University | $41,708 | $39,119 | $27,000 | 0.65 |
| College of Charleston | $41,402 | $39,792 | $26,423 | 0.64 |
| Newberry College | $41,127 | — | $27,000 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $41,809 | — | $26,000 | 0.62 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina Beaufort Bluffton | $10,730 | $44,659 | $27,750 |
| Southern Wesleyan University Central | $27,870 | $42,006 | $27,000 |
| Winthrop University Rock Hill | $15,956 | $41,708 | $27,000 |
| College of Charleston Charleston | $12,978 | $41,402 | $26,423 |
| Newberry College Newberry | $30,050 | $41,127 | $27,000 |
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 South Carolina State University, approximately 68% 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.