Special Education and Teaching

Bachelor's degree · Athens State University · Athens, AL

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$43,668Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,550Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$23,144Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Athens State University earn a median of $43,668 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,499 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,442–$60,070). Median debt is $23,144, about 53% of first-year earnings.

Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's degree) at other Alabama schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa
$45,631$25,473
Auburn University
Auburn
$42,774$22,000
Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville
$42,107$23,086

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Athens State University make?

The median salary is $43,668 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,144.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.