Median Earnings (1yr)
$58,664
79th percentile (60th in GA)
Sample Size
328
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How University of West Georgia graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of West Georgia graduates earn $59k, placing them in the 79th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods masters 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 masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (27 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of West Georgia$58,664$53,206
Georgia Southwestern State University$62,821$51,918
Georgia State University$59,627$54,053
Thomas University$59,006$53,609
Valdosta State University$57,751$51,344
Kennesaw State University$57,503$54,156
National Median$52,903

Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Georgia

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus
$4,980$62,821
Georgia State University
Atlanta
$8,478$59,627
Thomas University
Thomasville
$11,640$59,006
Valdosta State University
Valdosta
$6,007$57,751
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw
$5,786$57,503

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 West Georgia, approximately 42% 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.