Curriculum and Instruction at Teachers College at Columbia University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Teachers College at Columbia University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Teachers College at Columbia University graduates earn $81k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all curriculum and instruction 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 New York
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (17 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teachers College at Columbia University | $81,435 | $78,891 | — | — |
| University at Albany | $64,591 | $59,758 | — | — |
| The College of Saint Rose | $56,258 | $56,082 | — | — |
| SUNY Brockport | $51,437 | $50,695 | — | — |
| SUNY at Fredonia | $49,807 | $52,717 | — | — |
| SUNY Buffalo State University | $42,964 | $46,223 | — | — |
| National Median | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Other Curriculum and Instruction Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University at Albany Albany | $10,408 | $64,591 | — |
| The College of Saint Rose Albany | $37,452 | $56,258 | — |
| SUNY Brockport Brockport | $8,678 | $51,437 | — |
| SUNY at Fredonia Fredonia | $8,771 | $49,807 | — |
| SUNY Buffalo State University Buffalo | $8,486 | $42,964 | — |
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). 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.