Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Bachelor's degree · Purdue University Northwest · Hammond, IN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods at Purdue University Northwest earn a median of $45,071 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 $24,500, about 54% of first-year earnings.
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Butler University Indianapolis | $50,707 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Northwest Gary | $48,497 | $28,084 |
| Franklin College Franklin | $47,610 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $46,765 | $21,500 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $46,744 | $21,267 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $45,459 | $17,500 |
| Taylor University Upland | $45,389 | $25,000 |
| University of Indianapolis Indianapolis | $45,250 | $25,886 |
| Valparaiso University Valparaiso | $45,123 | $26,437 |
| Manchester University North Manchester | $45,088 | — |
| Anderson University Anderson | $44,851 | $26,851 |
| Bethel University Mishawaka | $44,583 | $27,000 |
| Indiana University-Southeast New Albany | $43,243 | $19,500 |
| Indiana University-South Bend South Bend | $43,128 | $21,929 |
| Grace College and Theological Seminary Winona Lake | $41,955 | $15,250 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods graduates from Purdue University Northwest make?
The median salary is $45,071 one year after graduation and $47,485 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.