Compare 6 Art Teacher Education. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $49,508.
The highest-earning Art Teacher Education program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $14K earnings gap across 6 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
The data puts University of Connecticut first, with Art Teacher Education graduates earning $58,220—well above the $49,508 average. Even within this specialized field, UConn outpaces other programs by nearly $8,300, demonstrating that program quality varies significantly within the same state.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. University of Connecticut graduates borrow $21,500 and face just an 8.3% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. For families considering parent loans, Western Connecticut State leads with a 23% total burden, proving the best choice depends on who's paying.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $58,220 | 93 | $21,500 | Good | $35,324 | Challenging | |
| #2 | $49,967 | 22 | $24,147 | Manageable | $19,000 | Challenging | |
| #3 | $48,956 | 25 | $24,250 | Manageable | $21,628 | High | |
| #4 | $48,038 | 39 | $22,300 | Manageable | $19,642 | Challenging | |
| #5 | University Of HartfordPrivate | $47,260 | 12 | $27,000 | Manageable | $44,000 | High |
| #6 | $44,605 | 58 | $22,250 | Manageable | $23,770 | 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 →
