Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Appalachian State University · Boone, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Appalachian State University earn a median of $41,144 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $47,382 four years after graduating (middle half: $38,431–$56,096). Median debt is $20,500, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $49,099 | — |
| Elon University Elon | $47,095 | $20,000 |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $46,773 | $27,000 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $44,979 | $21,500 |
| Greensboro College Greensboro | $43,963 | — |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $43,342 | $22,354 |
| Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem | $43,077 | $27,225 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $42,973 | $23,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $42,789 | $22,381 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $42,690 | $21,517 |
| Belmont Abbey College Belmont | $42,167 | $27,000 |
| Fayetteville State University Fayetteville | $42,080 | $27,000 |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $41,994 | $19,500 |
| Barton College Wilson | $41,251 | — |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $40,777 | $18,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Appalachian State University make?
The median salary is $41,144 one year after graduation and $46,027 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.