Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Master's degree · Western Michigan University · Kalamazoo, MI
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Western Michigan University earn a median of $54,295 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,707 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,487–$78,905). Median debt is $35,733, about 66% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Master's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $60,467 | — |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $60,340 | $28,898 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $60,244 | — |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $58,637 | $33,079 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $56,759 | $37,604 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $56,457 | — |
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $54,459 | — |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $54,091 | — |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $51,090 | $42,735 |
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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 $54,295 one year after graduation and $62,252 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $35,733.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.