Special Education and Teaching
Master's degree · Ashland University · Ashland, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Ashland University earn a median of $55,365 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 $18,400, about 33% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Special Education and Teaching (Master's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $55,064 | $40,019 |
| University of Toledo Toledo | $54,492 | $41,000 |
| Baldwin Wallace University Berea | $52,975 | — |
| Xavier University Cincinnati | $52,643 | — |
| Miami University-Oxford Oxford | $51,246 | $37,310 |
| Cleveland State University Cleveland | $50,916 | $31,130 |
| Kent State University at Kent Kent | $48,430 | — |
| Mount Vernon Nazarene University Mount Vernon | $46,853 | $29,334 |
| University of Akron Main Campus Akron | $46,705 | — |
| Ohio University-Main Campus Athens | $46,525 | — |
| Wright State University-Main Campus Dayton | $46,116 | $47,768 |
| Youngstown State University Youngstown | $44,863 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Ashland University make?
The median salary is $55,365 one year after graduation and $58,704 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,400.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.