Earnings Distribution
How University of Memphis graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Memphis | $49,673 | $47,925 | -4% |
| Austin Peay State University | $52,403 | $54,426 | +4% |
| Lipscomb University | $51,922 | $52,077 | +0% |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $52,200 | $47,081 | -10% |
| Lincoln Memorial University | $46,160 | $45,248 | -2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Tennessee
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (17 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of MemphisMemphis | $10,344 | $49,673 | $47,925 | — | — |
 Vanderbilt UniversityNashville | $63,946 | $54,819 | — | — | — |
 Austin Peay State UniversityClarksville | $8,675 | $52,403 | $54,426 | — | — |
 Middle Tennessee State UniversityMurfreesboro | $9,506 | $52,200 | $47,081 | — | — |
 Lipscomb UniversityNashville | $38,824 | $51,922 | $52,077 | — | — |
 Tennessee Technological UniversityCookeville | $10,084 | $47,918 | $43,844 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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 Memphis, approximately 40% 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.