Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Western Michigan University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Michigan University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Michigan University graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 40th percentile of all teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas 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 Michigan
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Michigan University | $54,295 | $53,379 | — | — |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn | $60,467 | $51,164 | — | — |
| Central Michigan University | $60,340 | $59,704 | — | — |
| Michigan State University | $60,244 | — | — | — |
| Oakland University | $58,637 | $55,398 | — | — |
| Wayne State University | $56,759 | $53,561 | — | — |
| National Median | $56,494 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $14,944 | $60,467 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $14,190 | $60,340 | — |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $15,988 | $60,244 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $14,694 | $58,637 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $56,759 | — |
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 Western Michigan University, approximately 25% 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.