Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Pierce College District · Lakewood, WA
$55,849Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$19,000Median federal debt
26Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Pierce College District earn a median of $55,849 one year after completing the program. Median debt is $19,000, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $57,624 | $19,500 |
| Walla Walla University College Place | $55,427 | $27,381 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $53,133 | $20,043 |
| Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland | $49,499 | $22,000 |
| Northwest University Kirkland | $49,499 | $22,000 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $47,359 | $20,205 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $46,998 | $20,819 |
| Whitworth University-Adult Degree Programs Spokane | $42,846 | $26,799 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $42,846 | $26,799 |
| North Seattle College Seattle | $42,672 | — |
| Saint Martin's University Lacey | $37,854 | — |
| Heritage University Toppenish | $35,992 | $18,750 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $35,145 | $15,249 |
| Grays Harbor College Aberdeen | $33,763 | $11,075 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $33,028 | $18,994 |
Other programs at Pierce College District
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$24,101 - Computer Systems Networking and TelecommunicationsAssociate's degree
$41,029 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsAssociate's degree
$26,935 - Physical Sciences, GeneralAssociate's degree
$57,260 - Criminal Justice and CorrectionsAssociate's degree
$56,859 - Health and Medical Administrative ServicesAssociate's degree
$32,496 - Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsAssociate's degree
$25,309 - Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree
$55,767 - Business/Commerce, GeneralAssociate's degree
$47,345
Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Pierce College District make?
The median salary is $55,849 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.