Education, General
Bachelor's degree · Missouri Southern State University · Joplin, MO
$34,166Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$39,273Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$18,500Median federal debt
—Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Education, General at Missouri Southern State University earn a median of $34,166 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $49,808 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,641–$60,792). Median debt is $18,500, about 54% of first-year earnings.
Education, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis University Saint Louis | $36,244 | $27,000 |
| Webster University Saint Louis | $34,546 | $24,714 |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $30,096 | $27,147 |
| Central Methodist University-College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Fayette | $29,753 | $15,500 |
| Harris-Stowe State University Saint Louis | $28,500 | $34,500 |
Other programs at Missouri Southern State University
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$62,273 - Dental Support Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$59,420 - Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$53,927 - Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, OtherBachelor's degree
$52,539 - Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's degree
$44,262 - Curriculum and InstructionMaster's degree
$44,060 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesBachelor's degree
$36,783 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$36,345 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$34,647 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessBachelor's degree
$34,465 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsUndergraduate certificate
$34,058 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsBachelor's degree
$33,167 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$31,149 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's degree
$31,103 - Communication and Media StudiesBachelor's degree
$30,201 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$29,309 - Social WorkBachelor's degree
$27,936 - Business/Commerce, GeneralMaster's degree
$58,131 - Public HealthBachelor's degree
$63,965 - SociologyBachelor's degree
$40,957
Frequently asked questions
How much do Education, General graduates from Missouri Southern State University make?
The median salary is $34,166 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.