Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Friends University · Wichita, KS
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Friends University earn a median of $46,313 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 $14,583, about 31% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Kansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Washburn University Topeka | $46,519 | $20,349 |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $45,405 | $23,500 |
| Southwestern College Winfield | $44,511 | — |
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $44,320 | $23,408 |
| Emporia State University Emporia | $43,933 | $20,042 |
| Wichita State University Wichita | $43,764 | $24,129 |
| Newman University Wichita | $43,296 | $22,750 |
| Kansas Wesleyan University Salina | $43,014 | $26,250 |
| Benedictine College Atchison | $42,834 | $22,869 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $42,112 | $24,169 |
| Ottawa University-Online Overland Park | $42,056 | $22,000 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park | $42,056 | $22,000 |
| Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa | $42,056 | $22,000 |
| University of Saint Mary Leavenworth | $41,669 | — |
| Pittsburg State University Pittsburg | $41,572 | $20,550 |
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$82,886
Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Friends University make?
The median salary is $46,313 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,583.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.