Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at University of Georgia
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Georgia graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Georgia graduates earn $78k, placing them in the 43th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods doctoral 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 Georgia
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia | $78,219 | $77,605 | — | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $87,309 | — | — | — |
| Columbus State University | $67,851 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $82,764 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $87,309 | — |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $5,751 | $67,851 | — |
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 Georgia, approximately 17% 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.