Special Education and Teaching

Bachelor's degree · Northern Arizona University · Flagstaff, AZ

CIP 13.10

$47,610Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,619Median earnings 4 years after
$50,073Median earnings 5 years after
$20,057Median federal debt
103Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Northern Arizona University earn a median of $47,610 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 $20,057, about 42% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Arizona State University Campus Immersion
Tempe
$49,882$17,084
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix
$43,258$40,811
University of Arizona
Tucson
$35,023$19,500

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Northern Arizona University make?

The median salary is $47,610 one year after graduation and $50,073 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,057.

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