Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
Master's degree · Virginia Commonwealth University · Richmond, VA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,431Median earnings 4 years after
$55,477Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
10Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas at Virginia Commonwealth University earn a median of $45,525. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,707 four years after graduating (middle half: $51,487–$78,905).
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas (Master's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Regent University Virginia Beach | $57,501 | $40,583 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $57,122 | — |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $56,076 | $20,500 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $54,250 | $29,106 |
| Longwood University Farmville | $53,792 | — |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $50,560 | $32,189 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas graduates from Virginia Commonwealth University make?
The median salary is $45,525 and $55,477 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.