Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education

Master's degree · Teachers College at Columbia University · New York, NY

CIP 13.09

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$64,476Median earnings 3 years after

$84,141Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

14Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education at Teachers College at Columbia University earn a median of $64,476. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $66,129 four years after graduating (middle half: $50,227–$80,982).

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Research and Experimental PsychologyMaster's degree$54,852
Arts, Entertainment, and Media ManagementMaster's degree$54,207
Behavioral SciencesMaster's degree—
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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education graduates from Teachers College at Columbia University make?

The median salary is $64,476 and $84,141 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.