Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Northwest University · Kirkland, WA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Northwest University earn a median of $49,499 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 $22,000, about 44% 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 |
| Pierce College District Lakewood | $55,849 | $19,000 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
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$37,178
Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Northwest University make?
The median salary is $49,499 one year after graduation and $64,477 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.