Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga · Chattanooga, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga earn a median of $39,481 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 $21,250, about 54% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $47,655 | $18,250 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $44,397 | $23,750 |
| Carson-Newman University Jefferson City | $43,685 | $26,500 |
| Southern Adventist University Collegedale | $43,283 | $24,249 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $42,657 | $20,000 |
| The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin | $41,834 | $19,500 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $41,743 | $24,000 |
| Freed-Hardeman University Henderson | $40,936 | $21,875 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $40,276 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $39,034 | $13,000 |
| King University Bristol | $36,576 | $22,500 |
| Milligan University Milligan | $34,888 | $27,000 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $34,756 | $26,000 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $33,502 | $26,750 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga make?
The median salary is $39,481 one year after graduation and $43,652 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.