Special Education and Teaching
Bachelor's degree · Eastern Kentucky University · Richmond, KY
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Eastern Kentucky University earn a median of $38,485 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 $28,375, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $41,217 | $25,250 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $40,785 | $27,000 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $40,333 | $27,000 |
| Western Kentucky University Bowling Green | $38,807 | $26,000 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $36,999 | $25,375 |
| Murray State University Murray | $36,197 | $18,687 |
Highest-paying Special Education and Teaching programs nationwide →
Other programs at Eastern Kentucky University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree
$104,754 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsDoctoral degree
$82,691 - Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, OtherMaster's degree
$73,507 - Engineering-Related FieldsMaster's degree
$72,389 - Quality Control and Safety Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's degree
$71,240 - Construction ManagementBachelor's degree
$68,726 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$68,633 - Fire ProtectionBachelor's degree
$66,617 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree
$66,512 - Rehabilitation and Therapeutic ProfessionsMaster's degree
$62,464 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$56,947 - Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied ProfessionsBachelor's degree
$55,917 - Public AdministrationMaster's degree
$54,235 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$53,855 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasMaster's degree
$53,683 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$46,812 - Management Information Systems and ServicesBachelor's degree
$46,623 - Public HealthMaster's degree
$46,229 - InsuranceBachelor's degree
$44,792 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$44,070
Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Eastern Kentucky University make?
The median salary is $38,485 one year after graduation and $42,418 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,375.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.