Special Education and Teaching
Master's degree · Manhattan University · Riverdale, NY
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Manhattan University earn a median of $76,455 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). Median debt is $25,131, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Special Education and Teaching (Master's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Pace University New York | $79,259 | $37,830 |
| CUNY Brooklyn College Brooklyn | $77,678 | $24,807 |
| CUNY Hunter College New York | $77,182 | $30,530 |
| CUNY City College New York | $76,836 | $23,914 |
| Hofstra University Hempstead | $76,264 | $48,201 |
| Long Island University Brookville | $75,868 | $47,800 |
| CUNY Lehman College Bronx | $75,783 | $25,000 |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $75,441 | $31,800 |
| College of Staten Island CUNY Staten Island | $75,212 | $18,524 |
| CUNY Queens College Queens | $74,496 | $21,433 |
| Fordham University Bronx | $71,684 | $32,501 |
| Teachers College at Columbia University New York | $69,049 | $41,000 |
| Adelphi University Garden City | $67,573 | $52,625 |
| Manhattanville University Purchase | $67,476 | $29,882 |
| Touro University New York | $66,800 | $24,332 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Manhattan University make?
The median salary is $76,455 one year after graduation and $79,540 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,131.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.