General
Miscellaneous Education
Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Miscellaneous Education.
Entry Level Salary
$42,476
Median Salary
$69,764
Unemployment Rate
2.1%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
25.9%
Working non-college jobs
Earnings Trajectory
Lifetime: $2,790,560
Entry (Early)
$42,476
Median (Prime)
$69,764
High (Prime)
$70,793
ROI Sensitivity Analysis
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
-72k
+160k
+169k
$25k / yr
-162k
+70k
+79k
$50k / yr
-252k
-20k
-11k
Break-even Age
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
29
29
$25k / yr
Never
41
40
$50k / yr
Never
Never
Never
Return on Investment %
Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-149%
65%
72%
$50k / yr
-116%
-9%
-5%
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).
Important Note: Your ROI with any major will depend on the cost you pay to attend the program, and your starting salary. Both vary significantly across institutions. We encourage you to explore the ROI of a specific program variant by selecting the Program title of the credential level you are interested in. You will then have a more detailed return analysis for programs at specific institutions. We also encourage you to use the ROI calculator with your specific estimates of cost and salary.
Education Impact
Advanced Degree Rate44.3%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.
Top Professions
Secondary school teachers
12.8% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$44,774
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$64,000|$64,530
openings
72,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.6%
Elementary and middle school teachers
11.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$45,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$61,000|$62,500
openings
132,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): -2%
Education and childcare administrators
4.1% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$50,735
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$90,000|$100,650
openings
45,600 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.3%
Postsecondary teachers
3.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$9,371
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$65,599|$81,600
openings
136,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +5.9%
Management occupations
3.0% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$58,994
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$94,542|$122,090
openings
1,147,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.1%
Other teachers and instructors
1.5% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$39,393
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$57,269|$44,220
openings
171,400 /yr
Growth (10yr): +1.4%
Secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive
1.4% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$5,899
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$41,296|$46,290
openings
202,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.6%
Special education teachers
1.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$40,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$60,000|$64,270
openings
37,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.4%
Customer service representatives
1.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$21,385
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$42,000|$42,830
openings
341,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): -5.5%
Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers
1.2% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$15,000
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$40,518|$87,980
openings
85,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): -1.3%
About this Data:
- Entry: Median salary for graduates aged 27 and under (PUMS).
- Median (PUMS | BLS): Comparison of this major's graduates vs. the national market average for the role.
- Growth & Openings: 10-year national projections (2024–2034).
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 Title | Credential Level | # Colleges | Median Earnings Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Undergrad Certificate | 4 | $29,364 - $29,364 |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Associate's Degree | 4 | Data N/A |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Bachelor's Degree | 15 | $54,158 - $68,614 |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Post-bacc Certificate | 8 | $74,722 - $92,383 |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Master's Degree | 54 | $57,142 - $90,944 |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Doctoral Degree | 5 | Data N/A |
| bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education. | Graduate Certificate | 28 | $65,200 - $109,328 |
| curriculum and instruction. | Undergrad Certificate | 1 | Data N/A |
| curriculum and instruction. | Associate's Degree | 2 | Data N/A |
| curriculum and instruction. | Bachelor's Degree | 15 | $44,498 - $51,036 |
| curriculum and instruction. | Post-bacc Certificate | 7 | Data N/A |
| curriculum and instruction. | Master's Degree | 364 | $38,092 - $100,111 |
| curriculum and instruction. | Doctoral Degree | 122 | $70,523 - $153,334 |
| curriculum and instruction. | First Professional Degree | 4 | $63,957 - $73,718 |
| curriculum and instruction. | Graduate Certificate | 34 | $57,855 - $77,566 |
| curriculum and instruction. | Level 99 | 6 | $71,589 - $71,589 |
| education, other. | Undergrad Certificate | 11 | $36,690 - $36,690 |
| education, other. | Associate's Degree | 11 | $27,732 - $83,524 |
| education, other. | Bachelor's Degree | 79 | $28,399 - $67,795 |
| education, other. | Post-bacc Certificate | 14 | $52,531 - $52,531 |
| education, other. | Master's Degree | 106 | $35,350 - $303,202 |
| education, other. | Doctoral Degree | 45 | $52,028 - $118,508 |
| education, other. | Graduate Certificate | 27 | $50,906 - $306,793 |
| education, other. | Level 99 | 18 | Data N/A |
| educational assessment, evaluation, and research. | Bachelor's Degree | 5 | $44,242 - $48,168 |
| educational assessment, evaluation, and research. | Post-bacc Certificate | 5 | Data N/A |
| educational assessment, evaluation, and research. | Master's Degree | 53 | $52,015 - $87,792 |
| educational assessment, evaluation, and research. | Doctoral Degree | 34 | $92,899 - $110,599 |
| educational assessment, evaluation, and research. | Graduate Certificate | 24 | $90,521 - $90,521 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Undergrad Certificate | 11 | Data N/A |
| educational/instructional media design. | Associate's Degree | 6 | $34,994 - $34,994 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Bachelor's Degree | 12 | $68,414 - $68,414 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Post-bacc Certificate | 11 | $59,669 - $59,669 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Master's Degree | 227 | $36,324 - $127,546 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Doctoral Degree | 31 | $82,741 - $133,031 |
| educational/instructional media design. | Graduate Certificate | 55 | $64,738 - $88,870 |
| international and comparative education. | Bachelor's Degree | 3 | $79,640 - $79,640 |
| international and comparative education. | Master's Degree | 14 | $57,017 - $79,464 |
| international and comparative education. | Graduate Certificate | 7 | Data N/A |
| student counseling and personnel services. | Post-bacc Certificate | 11 | $54,635 - $72,884 |
| student counseling and personnel services. | Master's Degree | 438 | $36,066 - $94,232 |
| student counseling and personnel services. | Doctoral Degree | 74 | $57,641 - $92,301 |
| student counseling and personnel services. | First Professional Degree | 5 | $60,258 - $60,258 |
| student counseling and personnel services. | Graduate Certificate | 61 | $41,954 - $99,344 |
| student counseling and personnel services. | Level 99 | 14 | $85,757 - $85,757 |
| teaching assistants/aides. | Undergrad Certificate | 55 | $15,675 - $46,754 |
| teaching assistants/aides. | Associate's Degree | 70 | $31,855 - $64,000 |
| teaching assistants/aides. | Master's Degree | 5 | Data N/A |