Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Master's degree · Samford University · Birmingham, AL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Samford University earn a median of $47,683 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $59,916 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,965–$72,958). Median debt is $31,220, about 65% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Master's degree) at other Alabama schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama A & M University Normal | $56,295 | $48,932 |
| University of West Alabama Livingston | $54,953 | $27,334 |
| Troy University Troy | $54,678 | $35,310 |
| University of Alabama in Huntsville Huntsville | $54,661 | — |
| University of North Alabama Florence | $53,005 | $21,958 |
| Auburn University at Montgomery Montgomery | $52,918 | $30,750 |
| Alabama State University Montgomery | $52,911 | $50,483 |
| University of Alabama at Birmingham Birmingham | $52,895 | $30,750 |
| Auburn University Auburn | $52,358 | $28,500 |
| Faulkner University Montgomery | $52,231 | $20,500 |
| The University of Alabama Tuscaloosa | $51,726 | $30,750 |
| Jacksonville State University Jacksonville | $51,094 | $32,558 |
| University of South Alabama Mobile | $50,877 | $34,535 |
| University of Montevallo Montevallo | $49,424 | $41,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Samford University make?
The median salary is $47,683 one year after graduation and $54,800 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $31,220.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.