Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at University of Portland

University of Portland's teaching program graduates earn $44,038 in their first year—above both the national median and Oregon state average for education programs. Within Oregon's relatively strong teacher education market, this program ranks at the 60th percentile, trailing Western Oregon and Eastern Oregon but leading most private competitors. The 19% earnings growth to $52,469 by year four is solid for teaching, where raises typically follow predictable salary schedules rather than dramatic jumps.

The financial picture is manageable. At $27,000, debt levels match both state and national medians, while the 0.61 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe about seven months' salary—a reasonable burden for a field with stable income. This debt load ranks in the 25th percentile nationally (meaning lower than 75% of similar programs), which matters for teachers who'll work in a profession with defined but modest salary trajectories.

The major caveat: this data comes from fewer than 30 graduates, so individual circumstances can swing these numbers significantly. For families prioritizing teaching as a career, University of Portland delivers typical outcomes for Oregon at typical cost—neither a standout value nor a financial red flag. If your child is committed to education, this program won't saddle them with unmanageable debt, but they're paying private school tuition for results comparable to what they'd find at public universities.