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Miscellaneous Education

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Data derived specifically from PUMS raw data for Miscellaneous Education.

Entry Level Salary
$46,031
Median Salary
$72,990
Unemployment Rate
2.1%
Avg: 2.2%
Underemployment Rate
26.0%
Working non-college jobs

Earnings Trajectory

Lifetime: $2,919,600
Entry (Early)
$46,031
Median (Prime)
$72,990
High (Prime)
$75,000

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
-41k
+189k
+205k
$25k / yr
-131k
+99k
+115k
$50k / yr
-220k
+9k
+25k

Break-even Age

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
Never
28
28
$25k / yr
Never
38
36
$50k / yr
Never
60
53

Return on Investment %

Entry Level
Median
High
$0 Cost
0%
∞
∞
$25k / yr
-120%
91%
106%
$50k / yr
-101%
4%
11%
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 Rate45%
Analysis: A large percentage of students in this field pursue Master's or Doctoral degrees to maximize earnings.

Top Professions

Secondary school teachers

12.6% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$49,818
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$66,910|$70,930
openings
70,000 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.2%

Elementary and middle school teachers

11.7% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$46,343
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$62,792|$64,170
openings
127,300 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.4%

Education and childcare administrators

4.1% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$63,239
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$95,000|$102,260
openings
44,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): +0.1%

Management occupations

3.1% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$55,586
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$101,909|$126,520
openings
1,081,700 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6.2%

Postsecondary teachers

2.9% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$10,427
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$70,000|$82,250
openings
123,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +6%

Other teachers and instructors

1.5% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$42,509
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$61,095|$45,730
openings
168,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +1.4%

Special education teachers

1.4% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$41,175
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$63,822|$67,170
openings
37,100 /yr
Growth (10yr): -0.1%

Customer service representatives

1.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$11,254
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$46,343|$44,770
openings
289,500 /yr
Growth (10yr): -5.3%

Educational, guidance, and career counselors and advisors

1.3% of graduates map to this role
Growing
Entry Salary
$52,136
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$64,851|$64,330
openings
27,800 /yr
Growth (10yr): +2.9%

Secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive

1.3% of graduates map to this role
Stable
Entry Salary
$25,425
Median Salary (PUMS | BLS)
$39,116|$47,540
openings
163,900 /yr
Growth (10yr): -6%

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
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Undergrad Certificate3Data N/A
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Associate's Degree3Data N/A
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Bachelor's Degree14$54,158 - $68,614
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Post-bacc Certificate5$74,722 - $92,383
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Master's Degree47$57,142 - $90,944
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Doctoral Degree5Data N/A
bilingual, multilingual, and multicultural education.Graduate Certificate27$65,200 - $109,328
curriculum and instruction.Associate's Degree1Data N/A
curriculum and instruction.Bachelor's Degree6$44,498 - $46,378
curriculum and instruction.Post-bacc Certificate5Data N/A
curriculum and instruction.Master's Degree346$38,092 - $100,111
curriculum and instruction.Doctoral Degree119$70,523 - $153,334
curriculum and instruction.First Professional Degree3$63,957 - $73,718
curriculum and instruction.Graduate Certificate32$61,141 - $77,566
education, other.Undergrad Certificate8$36,690 - $36,690
education, other.Associate's Degree3$83,524 - $83,524
education, other.Bachelor's Degree69$28,399 - $67,795
education, other.Post-bacc Certificate8Data N/A
education, other.Master's Degree89$35,350 - $303,202
education, other.Doctoral Degree41$52,028 - $118,508
education, other.Graduate Certificate22$50,906 - $306,793
educational assessment, evaluation, and research.Bachelor's Degree5$44,242 - $48,168
educational assessment, evaluation, and research.Post-bacc Certificate5Data N/A
educational assessment, evaluation, and research.Master's Degree49$52,015 - $87,792
educational assessment, evaluation, and research.Doctoral Degree34$92,899 - $110,599
educational assessment, evaluation, and research.Graduate Certificate22$90,521 - $90,521
educational/instructional media design.Undergrad Certificate8Data N/A
educational/instructional media design.Associate's Degree3$34,994 - $34,994
educational/instructional media design.Bachelor's Degree8$68,414 - $68,414
educational/instructional media design.Post-bacc Certificate8$59,669 - $59,669
educational/instructional media design.Master's Degree217$36,324 - $127,546
educational/instructional media design.Doctoral Degree29$82,741 - $133,031
educational/instructional media design.Graduate Certificate51$64,738 - $88,870
international and comparative education.Bachelor's Degree2$79,640 - $79,640
international and comparative education.Master's Degree14$57,017 - $79,464
international and comparative education.Graduate Certificate6Data N/A
student counseling and personnel services.Post-bacc Certificate7$54,635 - $54,635
student counseling and personnel services.Master's Degree426$36,066 - $94,232
student counseling and personnel services.Doctoral Degree72$57,641 - $92,301
student counseling and personnel services.First Professional Degree2$60,258 - $60,258
student counseling and personnel services.Graduate Certificate53$41,954 - $99,344
teaching assistants/aides.Undergrad Certificate40$15,675 - $46,754
teaching assistants/aides.Associate's Degree61$31,855 - $64,000
teaching assistants/aides.Master's Degree3Data N/A