Special Education and Teaching

Bachelor's degree · California State University-Sacramento · Sacramento, CA

CIP 13.10

$33,783Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$55,146Median earnings 4 years after

$42,702Median earnings 5 years after

$16,500Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at California State University-Sacramento earn a median of $33,783 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 $16,500, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from California State University-Sacramento make?

The median salary is $33,783 one year after graduation and $42,702 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,500.

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