Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Bachelor's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Western Michigan University earn a median of $42,468 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,389 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,539–$63,098). Median debt is $27,506, about 65% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $46,124 | $29,000 |
| Hope College Holland | $45,137 | $27,000 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $44,977 | $27,000 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $44,845 | $31,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $43,996 | $28,987 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $43,585 | $23,000 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $43,443 | $26,214 |
| Albion College Albion | $43,301 | $26,047 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $43,077 | $25,847 |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $42,845 | $28,000 |
| Calvin University Grand Rapids | $42,737 | $26,022 |
| Cornerstone University Grand Rapids | $42,515 | $28,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $42,373 | $29,275 |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $42,172 | $28,360 |
| Adrian College Adrian | $42,118 | $30,994 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas graduates from Western Michigan University make?
The median salary is $42,468 one year after graduation and $49,919 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,506.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.