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Mathematics Teacher Education

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Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Mathematics Teacher Education.

Entry Level Salary
$46,322
Median Salary
$74,000
Unemployment Rate
1.2%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
12.8%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $2,960,000
Entry (Early)
$46,322
Median (Prime)
$74,000
High (Prime)
$76,517

ROI Sensitivity Analysis
Assuming 4 Years to Graduation

This analysis tests three "What-If" scenarios. While most students start at the Entry Level, calculating ROI using Median and High salaries helps illustrate the potential long-term payoff for top performers relative to the degree cost.

Lifetime Value Added (NPV)

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
-38k
+197k
+217k
$25k / yr
-128k
+107k
+127k
$50k / yr
-218k
+17k
+37k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
28
28
$25k / yr
Never
37
35
$50k / yr
Never
56
50

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-118%
98%
117%
$50k / yr
-100%
8%
17%
Sensitivity Analysis Methodology: These grids assume you begin your career earning the salary specified in the column header (Entry Level = conservative baseline, Median/High = potential upside).

These figures are medians for past graduates who received federal aid. Your cost and pay will differ. Run your own numbers in the Guided ROI Interview →

Education Impact

Advanced Degree Rate55.8%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.

Top Professions

Secondary school teachers

33.7% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$48,660
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$64,880|$70,930
openings
70,000 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.2%

Elementary and middle school teachers

19.5% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$46,322
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$61,095|$64,170
openings
127,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.4%

Education and childcare administrators

4.5% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$55,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$97,791|$102,260
openings
44,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +0.1%

Postsecondary teachers

3.7% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$21,862
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$64,000|$82,250
openings
123,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6%

Other teachers and instructors

1.1% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$30,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$42,509|$45,730
openings
168,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +1.4%

Management occupations

1.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$25,488
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$92,644|$126,520
openings
1,081,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.2%

Accountants and auditors

0.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$68,968
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$61,763|$83,680
openings
115,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5%

Preschool and kindergarten teachers

0.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$41,708
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$32,155|$43,780
openings
78,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): +3.7%

Registered nurses

0.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$52,136
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$77,203|$97,550
openings
180,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.6%

Top executives

0.8% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$100,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$130,000|$108,510
openings
305,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +4.9%

About this Data:

  • Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 22 to 27 (American Community Survey).
  • Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
  • Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2025–2035).

Program Variants & Earnings Ranges

Summary of specific program titles and credential levels mapped to this major, showing the range of earnings across different colleges.

Completers Only: Federal median earnings data strictly reflects outcomes for students who successfully graduated. Students who do not complete their degree typically earn significantly less and face higher risks of debt default.

Program TitleCredential Level# CollegesMedian Earnings Range
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Undergrad Certificate200$22,093 - $63,969
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Associate's Degree530$20,898 - $58,451
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Bachelor's Degree1040$25,442 - $75,637
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Post-bacc Certificate29$47,705 - $74,987
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Master's Degree633$33,353 - $97,033
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Doctoral Degree47$52,763 - $104,113
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.First Professional Degree1Data N/A
teacher education and professional development, specific levels and methods.Graduate Certificate97$50,997 - $108,721
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Undergrad Certificate38$26,505 - $44,558
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Associate's Degree81$19,516 - $44,234
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Bachelor's Degree819$29,084 - $82,062
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Post-bacc Certificate22$51,044 - $70,500
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Master's Degree527$33,692 - $104,601
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Doctoral Degree81$55,151 - $108,383
teacher education and professional development, specific subject areas.Graduate Certificate86$42,290 - $85,362