Compare 9 Art Teacher Education. programs in Alabama. Average earnings: $44,653.
Art Teacher Education programs produce graduates earning between $38,487 and $49,194—a $11K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 9 ranked programs in Alabama, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
Alabama State University's Art Teacher Education program leads with graduates earning $49,194, outpacing the state average of $44,653. The University of Alabama follows at $47,390, while Huntingdon College reaches $47,189—showing that program-level factors drive outcomes across different types of institutions.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. The University of Alabama graduates borrow $22,750 and face just a 12.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. Alabama State leads in earnings but carries higher debt, with graduates facing a 16% burden—still manageable for most.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Alabama State UniversityPublic | $49,194 | 14 | $31,000 | Manageable | $26,622 | High |
| #2 | $47,390 | 248 | $22,750 | Manageable | $48,666 | High | |
| #3 | Huntingdon CollegePrivate | $47,189 | 9 | $27,000 | Manageable | $33,075 | High |
| #4 | Troy UniversityPublic | $45,768 | 6 | $25,000 | Manageable | $13,842 | Challenging |
| #5 | Auburn UniversityPublic | $44,750 | 64 | $21,000 | Manageable | $43,605 | High |
| #6 | $43,745 | 103 | $24,929 | Manageable | $26,683 | High | |
| #7 | $42,818 | 13 | $24,944 | Manageable | $14,000 | High | |
| #8 | $42,533 | 12 | $22,189 | Manageable | $13,672 | High | |
| #9 | $38,487 | 121 | $22,300 | Challenging | $20,498 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
