Special Education and Teaching
Bachelor's degree · Southeast Missouri State University · Cape Girardeau, MO
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Southeast Missouri State University earn a median of $37,450 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 $23,876, about 64% of first-year earnings.
Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's degree) at other Missouri schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $38,250 | $21,742 |
| Northwest Missouri State University Maryville | $38,040 | $21,668 |
| University of Missouri-Columbia Columbia | $37,547 | $19,455 |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $36,365 | $24,500 |
| Missouri Baptist University Saint Louis | $35,312 | $23,750 |
Highest-paying Special Education and Teaching programs nationwide →
Other programs at Southeast Missouri State University
- Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree
$75,162 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesMaster's degree
$70,647 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree
$68,302 - Computer/Information Technology Administration and ManagementBachelor's degree
$62,891 - Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$58,964 - Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's degree
$57,595 - Industrial Production Technologies/TechniciansBachelor's degree
$56,951 - Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree
$53,737 - Communication Disorders Sciences and ServicesMaster's degree
$51,664 - Plant SciencesBachelor's degree
$48,546 - Finance and Financial Management ServicesBachelor's degree
$46,736 - Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree
$46,212 - Student Counseling and Personnel ServicesMaster's degree
$45,743 - Agricultural Business and ManagementBachelor's degree
$44,418 - Special Education and TeachingMaster's degree
$43,111 - MarketingBachelor's degree
$42,482 - Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree
$41,604 - Engineering Technologies/Technicians, GeneralBachelor's degree
$41,437 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree
$40,361 - Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied CommunicationBachelor's degree
$40,127
Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Southeast Missouri State University make?
The median salary is $37,450 one year after graduation and $35,985 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,876.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.