Special Education and Teaching

Master's degree · Southeast Missouri State University · Cape Girardeau, MO

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$43,111Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,985Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Southeast Missouri State University earn a median of $43,111 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $64,397 four years after graduating (middle half: $52,390–$79,764).

Special Education and Teaching (Master's degree) at other Missouri schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Webster University
Saint Louis
$51,322—
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia
$48,231$21,069
Lindenwood University
Saint Charles
$47,206$29,158
University of Missouri-St Louis
Saint Louis
$46,426$27,027
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg
$46,015—
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville
$44,602$16,333
Drury University
Springfield
$41,393$21,855

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Southeast Missouri State University make?

The median salary is $43,111 one year after graduation.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.