Special Education and Teaching
Bachelor's degree · Western Illinois University · Macomb, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Western Illinois University earn a median of $46,729 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,499 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,442–$60,070). Median debt is $22,896, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Champaign | $51,922 | $18,925 |
| Trinity Christian College Palos Heights | $48,840 | $34,650 |
| Illinois State University Normal | $48,358 | $19,500 |
| Northern Illinois University Dekalb | $46,578 | $21,029 |
| Lewis University Romeoville | $45,831 | $22,500 |
| University of St Francis Joliet | $45,323 | $22,500 |
| Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Carbondale | $44,429 | $21,250 |
| Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Edwardsville | $44,205 | $16,000 |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $43,955 | $22,062 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Western Illinois University make?
The median salary is $46,729 one year after graduation and $48,274 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,896.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.