Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Western Washington University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Western Washington University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Western Washington University graduates earn $64k, placing them in the 95th 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 Washington
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Washington University | $63,702 | $66,287 | — | — |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $74,828 | $70,165 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus | $72,769 | $69,120 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $72,769 | $69,120 | — | — |
| Seattle University | $72,295 | $69,701 | — | — |
| Saint Martin's University | $69,412 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $52,903 | — | — | — |
Other Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $74,828 | — |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $12,817 | $72,769 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $72,769 | — |
| Seattle University Seattle | $54,285 | $72,295 | — |
| Saint Martin's University Lacey | $44,210 | $69,412 | — |
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 Washington University, approximately 21% 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.