Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Bachelor's degree · Western Connecticut State University · Danbury, CT
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Western Connecticut State University earn a median of $39,696 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,389 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,539–$63,098). Median debt is $27,000, about 68% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Bachelor's degree) at other Connecticut schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic | $47,736 | $29,000 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $45,790 | $22,500 |
| University of Hartford West Hartford | $45,125 | $27,000 |
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $29,653 | $22,250 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $25,777 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $25,777 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton | $25,777 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury | $25,777 | $24,148 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $25,777 | $24,148 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas graduates from Western Connecticut State University make?
The median salary is $39,696 one year after graduation and $51,330 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.