Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · University of Arkansas-Fort Smith · Fort Smith, AR
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at University of Arkansas-Fort Smith earn a median of $40,565 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $47,382 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,431–$56,096). Median debt is $19,652, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Arkansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $47,428 | $24,882 |
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $42,496 | — |
| Harding University Searcy | $42,251 | $26,687 |
| Ouachita Baptist University Arkadelphia | $41,595 | $25,197 |
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $39,795 | $24,227 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $38,936 | $17,250 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $37,590 | $17,122 |
| Arkansas Tech University Russellville | $37,244 | $23,090 |
| Arkansas State University Jonesboro | $36,847 | $18,715 |
| Henderson State University Arkadelphia | $36,511 | $24,978 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from University of Arkansas-Fort Smith make?
The median salary is $40,565 one year after graduation and $42,085 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,652.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.