Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Bachelor's degree · Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Western Carolina University earn a median of $41,444 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $51,389 four years after graduating (middle half: $40,539–$63,098). Median debt is $24,927, about 60% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Mount Olive Mount Olive | $45,316 | $26,100 |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $45,211 | $23,129 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $43,607 | $25,000 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $43,033 | $25,500 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $42,829 | $25,082 |
| Wingate University Wingate | $41,245 | $26,228 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $41,018 | $21,729 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $40,465 | $19,750 |
| Winston-Salem State University Winston-Salem | $28,557 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas graduates from Western Carolina University make?
The median salary is $41,444 one year after graduation and $47,600 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,927.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.