Compare 11 Montessori Teacher Education. programs in Washington. Average earnings: $49,844.
With top graduates earning $59,112, Montessori Teacher Education stands out as a field where program choice matters more than school name. The gap between the best and median programs exceeds $10K—proof that evaluating programs individually beats relying on institutional prestige.
Western Washington University's Montessori Teacher Education program leads with graduates earning $59,112, well above the $49,844 average across 11 Washington programs. Heritage University follows closely at $58,046, demonstrating that regional institutions compete effectively in specialized education fields regardless of overall institutional rankings.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Heritage University graduates borrow $14,573 and face just a 5.6% payment burden, landing in the 'Excellent' category. That means loan payments take a minimal bite out of their post-grad income, making it the clear value leader.
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $59,112 | 70 | $18,500 | Excellent | $23,123 | Manageable | |
| #2 | Heritage UniversityPrivate | $58,046 | 30 | $14,573 | Excellent | $18,542 | Manageable |
| #3 | Pacific Lutheran UniversityPrivate | $57,442 | 23 | $22,578 | Good | $25,000 | Challenging |
| #4 | Saint Martin's UniversityPrivate | $57,230 | 6 | $22,500 | Good | $22,678 | Challenging |
| #5 | $57,136 | 207 | $19,500 | Excellent | $22,000 | Manageable | |
| #6 | $55,469 | 186 | $19,500 | Good | $29,968 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Whitworth UniversityPrivate | $51,521 | 47 | $25,000 | Good | $35,875 | High |
| #8 | Northwest UniversityPrivate | $44,170 | 16 | $20,891 | Manageable | $17,284 | High |
| #9 | $44,130 | 62 | $19,500 | Manageable | $17,148 | Challenging | |
| #10 | $35,145 | 158 | $14,615 | Manageable | $24,883 | High | |
| #11 | Walla Walla UniversityPrivate | $28,881 | 13 | $26,842 | High | $28,131 | 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 →
