Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at University of Central Arkansas
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Central Arkansas graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Central Arkansas graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 14th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods 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 Arkansas
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Central Arkansas | $45,525 | $44,266 | — | — |
| John Brown University | $51,880 | — | — | — |
| University of Arkansas | $51,854 | $49,245 | — | — |
| Arkansas State University | $47,030 | — | — | — |
| Harding University | $46,580 | $44,902 | — | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | $44,795 | $45,592 | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $30,832 | $51,880 | — |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $9,748 | $51,854 | — |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $7,754 | $47,030 | — |
| Harding University Searcy | $24,888 | $46,580 | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $9,820 | $44,795 | — |
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 University of Central Arkansas, approximately 37% 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.