Education programs across the Midwest span 208 institutions, with graduates earning between $35,833 and $83,648 ten years after enrollment. This $48,000 earnings range demonstrates how program selection and institutional quality directly impact teaching careers and long-term career earnings in the education sector.
Leading the list is University Of Minnesota-Twin Cities, achieving the highest program earnings at $55,779. Southern Illinois University-Carbondale follows closely at $55,418, with University Of Illinois Chicago rounding out the top three at $54,523. These public universities demonstrate how strong teacher preparation programs translate into superior median earnings compared to the national average for education degree holders.
| Rank | School | Location | Earnings | Net Price | Acceptance Rate | Grad Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #281 | Oakland City UniversityPrivate | Oakland City, IN | $28,816 Median Education Earnings | $13,980 | 82.5% | 65.5% |
| #282 | Central State UniversityPublic | Wilberforce, OH | $28,055 Median Education Earnings | $19,581 | 98.6% | 22.8% |
| #283 | Defiance CollegePrivate | Defiance, OH | $25,194 Median Education Earnings | $27,196 | 47.5% | 30.6% |
| #284 | Depauw UniversityPrivate | Greencastle, IN | $22,192 Median Education Earnings | $11,820 | 57.2% | 74.7% |
