Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's degree · Kent State University at Salem · Salem, OH
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Kent State University at Salem earn a median of $18,576 one year after completing the program. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $37,656 four years after graduating (middle half: $24,793–$49,794). Median debt is $14,884, about 80% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Associate's degree) at other Ohio schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Cuyahoga Community College District Cleveland | $30,880 | $9,080 |
| Cincinnati State Technical and Community College Cincinnati | $30,102 | $15,085 |
| University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College Blue Ash | $29,867 | $13,447 |
| University of Cincinnati-Clermont College Batavia | $29,867 | $13,447 |
| University of Cincinnati-Main Campus Cincinnati | $29,867 | $13,447 |
| Sinclair Community College Dayton | $24,950 | $11,812 |
| Owens Community College Perrysburg | $22,645 | $13,803 |
| Kent State University at Kent Kent | $18,576 | $14,884 |
| Kent State University at Tuscarawas New Philadelphia | $18,576 | $14,884 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Kent State University at Salem make?
The median salary is $18,576 one year after graduation and $28,922 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $14,884.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.