Special Education and Teaching
Master's degree · Concordia University-Chicago · River Forest, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Concordia University-Chicago earn a median of $64,673 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $64,397 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,390–$79,764). Median debt is $16,300, about 25% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Special Education and Teaching (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $73,322 | $28,963 |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $69,073 | $13,262 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $67,561 | $27,333 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $62,249 | — |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $60,274 | $26,549 |
| National Louis University Chicago | $57,644 | $41,000 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $56,992 | $32,101 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $56,893 | — |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $54,613 | $26,470 |
| Lewis University Romeoville | $51,806 | $34,166 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Concordia University-Chicago make?
The median salary is $64,673 one year after graduation and $76,075 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,300.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.