Compare 11 Montessori Teacher Education. programs in Mississippi. Average earnings: $35,261.
The highest-earning Montessori Teacher Education program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $15K earnings gap across 11 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Jackson State University's Montessori Teacher Education program leads with graduates earning $42,238, well above the $35,261 average across Mississippi programs. Delta State follows at $39,008, demonstrating that regional publics compete effectively in specialized education fields where program focus matters more than overall rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Mississippi University For Women graduates borrow $15,000 and face just a 14.9% payment burden, landing in the 'Manageable' category. Jackson State's top earners carry a heavier 21.2% burden, showing the best choice depends on your financial priorities.
Highest program earnings: $42,238
Strong outcomes with 91% acceptance
14.9% payment burden | Manageable
26.3% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jackson State UniversityPublic | $42,238 | 20 | $30,470 | Challenging | $15,000 | High |
| #2 | Delta State UniversityPublic | $39,008 | 51 | $20,390 | Manageable | $10,568 | High |
| #3 | William Carey UniversityPrivate | $36,698 | 42 | $20,832 | Challenging | $12,613 | High |
| #4 | $36,664 | 205 | $22,142 | Challenging | $25,567 | High | |
| #5 | $36,496 | 125 | $22,500 | Challenging | $14,301 | High | |
| #6 | $36,369 | 27 | $15,000 | Manageable | $10,000 | High | |
| #7 | $36,029 | 22 | $18,534 | Challenging | $14,058 | High | |
| #8 | Mississippi CollegePrivate | $35,386 | 28 | $22,500 | Challenging | $16,510 | High |
| #9 | $35,333 | 178 | $20,000 | Challenging | $29,387 | High | |
| #10 | Rust CollegePrivate | $26,831 | 16 | $26,159 | High | $5,287 | High |
| #11 | $26,814 | 20 | $28,413 | High | $9,500 | 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 →
