Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's degree · New Mexico State University-Dona Ana · Las Cruces, NM
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$37,514Median earnings 4 years after
$32,385Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
41Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at New Mexico State University-Dona Ana earn a median of $16,107. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $37,656 four years after graduating (middle half: $24,793–$49,794).
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Associate's degree) at other New Mexico schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Central New Mexico Community College Albuquerque | $29,708 | $4,500 |
| University of New Mexico-Taos Campus Ranchos de Taos | $20,646 | — |
| University of New Mexico-Valencia County Campus Los Lunas | $20,646 | — |
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque | $20,646 | — |
| University of New Mexico-Los Alamos Campus Los Alamos | $20,646 | — |
| University of New Mexico-Gallup Campus Gallup | $20,646 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from New Mexico State University-Dona Ana make?
The median salary is $16,107 and $32,385 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.