Special Education and Teaching

Graduate certificate · Ball State University · Muncie, IN

CIP 13.10

$55,830Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$65,194Median earnings 4 years after

$67,861Median earnings 5 years after

$27,500Median federal debt

734Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Special Education and Teaching at Ball State University earn a median of $55,830 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $69,147 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,853–$82,489). Median debt is $27,500, about 49% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Ball State University make?

The median salary is $55,830 one year after graduation and $67,861 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,500.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.