Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Polk State College · Winter Haven, FL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Polk State College earn a median of $48,210 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 $15,000, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Florida schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Miami Dade College Miami | $51,545 | — |
| Florida SouthWestern State College Fort Myers | $51,448 | $10,519 |
| Florida Gulf Coast University Fort Myers | $50,951 | $17,989 |
| Stetson University DeLand | $50,826 | $26,000 |
| Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Tallahassee | $50,736 | — |
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $50,477 | $24,250 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $50,442 | $18,577 |
| Florida Atlantic University Boca Raton | $50,178 | $16,791 |
| St Petersburg College St. Petersburg | $49,672 | $19,000 |
| Indian River State College Fort Pierce | $48,612 | — |
| College of Central Florida Ocala | $48,537 | — |
| Rollins College Winter Park | $47,671 | $25,025 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $47,210 | $16,487 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $46,646 | $18,750 |
| Saint Johns River State College Palatka | $46,448 | $12,500 |
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$17,510
Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Polk State College make?
The median salary is $48,210 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.