Special Education and Teaching

Bachelor's degree · University of Northern Colorado · Greeley, CO

CIP 13.10

$44,009Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,008Median earnings 4 years after
$49,362Median earnings 5 years after
$25,000Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at University of Northern Colorado earn a median of $44,009 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 $25,000, about 57% of first-year earnings.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Colorado Christian University
Lakewood
$40,033—
Metropolitan State University of Denver
Denver
$39,638—

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $44,009 one year after graduation and $49,362 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,000.

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