Median Earnings (1yr)
$44,463
95th percentile
Median Debt
$25,000
20% below national median

Analysis

University of Delaware graduates from this program earn nearly $7,000 more than the national median for educational administration majors, placing them in the top 5% nationally. That's a meaningful premium for a field where bachelor's-level earnings are typically modest. The $25,000 median debt sits well below the national benchmark of $31,000, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.56—you're borrowing roughly half of what graduates earn in their first year. The 29% earnings bump from year one to year four suggests steady career progression as graduates move into supervisory roles.

The caveat here is Delaware context: with only two schools offering this program in-state, that 60th percentile ranking means less than the national comparison. What matters more is that starting salary of $44,463, which translates to reasonable monthly loan payments while building toward that $57,000 mid-career mark. For students planning to work in Delaware schools or educational organizations, this program delivers solid preparation without the debt burden that plagues many education-adjacent degrees.

The bottom line: This is one of the stronger educational administration programs nationally, with debt levels that won't strangle early-career budgets. Just understand you're entering a field where six-figure salaries are rare—the value here is stability and manageable debt, not explosive earnings growth.

Where University of Delaware Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all educational administration and supervision bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How University of Delaware graduates compare to all programs nationally

Earnings Over Time

How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation

School1 Year4 YearsGrowth
University of Delaware$44,463$57,301+29%
Cleveland State University$38,766$42,364+9%
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee$39,637$41,552+5%
Rasmussen University-North Dakota$37,480$36,299-3%
Rasmussen University-Minnesota$37,480$36,299-3%

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Educational Administration and Supervision bachelors's programs at top institutions nationally

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SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of DelawareNewark$16,080$44,463$57,301$25,0000.56
University of Wisconsin-MilwaukeeMilwaukee$10,020$39,637$41,552$39,6621.00
Cleveland State UniversityCleveland$12,613$38,766$42,364$26,9000.69
Rasmussen University-North DakotaFargo$12,715$37,480$36,299$35,6970.95
Rasmussen University-MinnesotaSt. Cloud$10,899$37,480$36,299$35,6970.95
Rasmussen University-FloridaOcala$15,117$37,480$36,299$35,6970.95
National Median$37,480$31,2980.84

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with educational administration and supervision graduates

Training and Development Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

$127,090/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate the academic, administrative, or auxiliary activities of kindergarten, elementary, or secondary schools.

$104,070/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Plan, direct, or coordinate student instruction, administration, and services, as well as other research and educational activities, at postsecondary institutions, including universities, colleges, and junior and community colleges.

$103,960/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.

$56,270/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Education Administrators, All Other

All education administrators not listed separately.

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 Delaware, approximately 16% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 36 graduates with reported earnings and 29 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.