Special Education and Teaching

Graduate certificate · George Mason University · Fairfax, VA

CIP 13.10

$62,687Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$66,463Median earnings 4 years after

$69,859Median earnings 5 years after

$27,557Median federal debt

81Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Special Education and Teaching at George Mason University earn a median of $62,687 one year after completing the program. Nationally, graduate certificate graduates in this field earn a median of $69,147 four years after graduating (middle half: $53,853–$82,489). Median debt is $27,557, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Special Education and Teaching graduates from George Mason University make?

The median salary is $62,687 one year after graduation and $69,859 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,557.

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