Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Washington State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Washington State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Washington State University graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 95th 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 Washington
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington State University | $55,864 | $62,752 | — | — |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $57,683 | — | $29,740 | 0.52 |
| Central Washington University | $49,177 | $55,716 | $23,377 | 0.48 |
| Western Washington University | $42,795 | $58,602 | $26,000 | 0.61 |
| Eastern Washington University | $41,914 | $53,164 | $23,009 | 0.55 |
| National Median | $43,082 | — | $26,221 | 0.61 |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $57,683 | $29,740 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $49,177 | $23,377 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $9,286 | $42,795 | $26,000 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $8,353 | $41,914 | $23,009 |
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 Washington State University, approximately 26% 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 19 graduates with reported earnings and 13 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.