Median Earnings (1yr)
$41,721
5th percentile (40th in MO)
Sample Size
46
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Central Missouri graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Central Missouri graduates earn $42k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas 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 Missouri

Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (19 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Central Missouri$41,721$40,753
Webster University$54,520$48,073
Lindenwood University$49,605
Fontbonne University$47,900$46,581
Park University$44,603
Northwest Missouri State University$40,607$45,423
National Median$56,494

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Missouri

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Webster University
Saint Louis
$30,730$54,520
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles
$21,100$49,605
Fontbonne University
Saint Louis
$28,976$47,900
Park University
Parkville
$16,400$44,603
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville
$10,181$40,607

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 Missouri, approximately 26% 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.