Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Rockford University · Rockford, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Rockford University earn a median of $38,867 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 $26,600, about 68% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Chicago Chicago | $60,917 | $15,000 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $55,652 | $25,000 |
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $48,105 | $21,950 |
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $48,038 | $18,425 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $47,714 | $25,000 |
| North Central College Naperville | $47,668 | $26,916 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $47,134 | $25,000 |
| Saint Xavier University Chicago | $46,377 | $27,000 |
| North Park University Chicago | $46,168 | — |
| Trinity Christian College Palos Heights | $45,968 | $27,000 |
| Dominican University River Forest | $45,924 | $26,500 |
| Augustana College Rock Island | $45,517 | $27,000 |
| Governors State University University Park | $45,235 | $19,813 |
| Illinois Wesleyan University Bloomington | $44,923 | — |
| Illinois State University Normal | $44,898 | $20,833 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Rockford University make?
The median salary is $38,867 one year after graduation and $44,321 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,600.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.