Compare 7 Art Teacher Education. programs in North Dakota. Average earnings: $47,293.
With top graduates earning $48,533, Art Teacher Education stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $1K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige across North Dakota's 7 ranked programs.
Mayville State University's Art Teacher Education program leads with graduates earning $48,533, followed closely by Dickinson State at $48,309. The average across all programs is $47,293, with the top performers demonstrating that smaller regional institutions can deliver competitive outcomes when programs are evaluated on their own merits.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Mayville State graduates borrow $18,585 and face just a 9.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. North Dakota State graduates earn similar amounts but face a 12.4% burden, proving that the best choice depends on total financial impact.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $48,533 | 9 | $18,585 | Good | $9,812 | Manageable | |
| #2 | $48,309 | 12 | $18,442 | Good | $10,030 | Manageable | |
| #3 | $48,240 | 84 | $23,199 | Manageable | $14,621 | Challenging | |
| #4 | $47,585 | 59 | $20,369 | Good | $7,744 | Manageable | |
| #5 | $47,576 | 21 | $22,057 | Manageable | $14,269 | Challenging | |
| #6 | Minot State UniversityPublic | $47,512 | 32 | $19,609 | Good | $14,550 | Challenging |
| #7 | University Of MaryPrivate | $43,299 | 25 | $24,000 | Manageable | $13,500 | 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 →
