Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Valdosta State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Valdosta State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Valdosta State University graduates earn $41k, placing them in the 38th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas bachelors 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 Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (27 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valdosta State University | $40,642 | $41,095 | $27,000* | — |
| Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College | $50,429 | — | $26,250* | 0.52 |
| Kennesaw State University | $45,243 | $47,255 | $26,500* | 0.59 |
| University of West Georgia | $43,308 | $43,482 | $27,000* | 0.62 |
| University of Georgia | $43,129 | $46,008 | $20,750* | 0.48 |
| University of North Georgia | $42,102 | $45,093 | —* | — |
| National Median | $43,082 | — | $26,221* | 0.61 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College Tifton | $3,195 | $50,429 | $26,250 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $45,243 | $26,500 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $43,308 | $27,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $43,129 | $20,750 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $5,009 | $42,102 | — |
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 Valdosta State University, approximately 51% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.