Earnings Distribution
How University of Missouri-Columbia 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 Missouri-Columbia | $49,355 | $46,626 | -6% |
| Missouri Baptist University | $49,269 | $50,793 | +3% |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $52,217 | $48,426 | -7% |
| William Woods University | $39,567 | $39,472 | -0% |
| Columbia College | $39,721 | $38,188 | -4% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (17 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Missouri-ColumbiaColumbia | $14,130 | $49,355 | $46,626 | — | — |
 University of Missouri-Kansas CityKansas City | $11,988 | $52,217 | $48,426 | — | — |
 Missouri Baptist UniversitySaint Louis | $33,122 | $49,269 | $50,793 | — | — |
 Northwest Missouri State UniversityMaryville | $10,181 | $46,058 | — | — | — |
 Missouri Southern State UniversityJoplin | $8,400 | $44,060 | — | — | — |
 Maryville University of Saint LouisSaint Louis | $27,166 | $42,470 | — | — | — |
| 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 Missouri-Columbia, approximately 20% 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.