Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Master's degree · Concordia University-Chicago · River Forest, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Concordia University-Chicago earn a median of $57,389 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $59,916 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,965–$72,958). Median debt is $25,141, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $70,256 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $68,237 | $33,500 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $65,702 | $40,460 |
| University of Chicago Chicago | $65,351 | $66,107 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $64,819 | $22,386 |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $60,664 | $30,296 |
| National Louis University Chicago | $55,506 | $28,041 |
| DePaul University Chicago | $54,896 | $44,784 |
| Western Illinois University Macomb | $54,160 | — |
| Erikson Institute Chicago | $53,630 | $29,751 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $53,164 | — |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $52,674 | $26,837 |
| Lewis University Romeoville | $51,876 | $36,161 |
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$29,231
Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Concordia University-Chicago make?
The median salary is $57,389 one year after graduation and $62,923 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,141.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.