Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How University of Nebraska at Kearney 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 Nebraska at Kearney | $54,750 | $54,975 | +0% |
| Peru State College | $53,549 | $57,622 | +8% |
| Wayne State College | $53,346 | $54,064 | +1% |
| Concordia University-Nebraska | $57,304 | $53,571 | -7% |
| Doane University | $53,053 | $51,750 | -2% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Nebraska
Curriculum and Instruction masters's programs at peer institutions in Nebraska (11 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 University of Nebraska at KearneyKearney | $8,302 | $54,750 | $54,975 | — | — |
 Chadron State CollegeChadron | $8,078 | $60,127 | — | — | — |
 Concordia University-NebraskaSeward | $39,330 | $57,304 | $53,571 | — | — |
 Peru State CollegePeru | $8,280 | $53,549 | $57,622 | — | — |
 Wayne State CollegeWayne | $7,970 | $53,346 | $54,064 | — | — |
 Doane UniversityCrete | $40,491 | $53,053 | $51,750 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $55,185 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with curriculum and instruction graduates
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- Chadron State College$60,127
- Concordia University-Nebraska$57,304
- Peru State College$53,549
- Wayne State College$53,346
- Doane University$53,053
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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 Nebraska at Kearney, approximately 34% 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.