Special Education and Teaching

Bachelor's degree · Dakota State University · Madison, SD

CIP 13.10

$42,318Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,095Median earnings 4 years after
$42,986Median earnings 5 years after
$27,625Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Special Education and Teaching at Dakota State University earn a median of $42,318 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,499 four years after graduating (middle half: $41,442–$60,070). Median debt is $27,625, about 65% of first-year earnings.

Special Education and Teaching (Bachelor's degree) at other South Dakota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Black Hills State University
Spearfish
$49,134$23,351
University of South Dakota
Vermillion
$46,439$25,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from Dakota State University make?

The median salary is $42,318 one year after graduation and $42,986 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,625.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.