Special Education and Teaching at The University of Texas at Austin
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The University of Texas at Austin graduates compare to all programs nationally
The University of Texas at Austin graduates earn $61k, placing them in the 68th percentile of all special education and teaching 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 Texas
Special Education and Teaching masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (35 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at Austin | $60,791 | $62,497 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at El Paso | $65,786 | $51,873 | — | — |
| East Texas A&M University | $64,004 | — | — | — |
| Sam Houston State University | $62,215 | $63,124 | — | — |
| University of North Texas | $60,365 | $57,241 | — | — |
| Lamar University | $60,177 | $58,838 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,893 | — | — | — |
Other Special Education and Teaching Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Texas at El Paso El Paso | $9,744 | $65,786 | — |
| East Texas A&M University Commerce | $10,026 | $64,004 | — |
| Sam Houston State University Huntsville | $9,228 | $62,215 | — |
| University of North Texas Denton | $11,164 | $60,365 | — |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $8,690 | $60,177 | — |
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 The University of Texas at Austin, approximately 25% 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.