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Teacher Education at Calvin University

Grand Rapids, MI · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $45,751/yr (10% vs median)

AI Risk High (30% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (412,300 openings/yr)

ROI 3.1x earnings multiple

Ranked #393 of 679 Teacher Education programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Teacher Education graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$484K	$485K	$469K
Earnings Multiple	3.1x	3.1x	3.0x
Probability of Field Employment	76%	72%	62%
DegreeOutlook Score	50	49	54

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$154,680

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$99,132

36% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,500

5.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$47,830

5% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $45,751 per year, Teacher Education graduates from Calvin University earn slightly above the $41,412 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

At 3.1x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

The median debt load of $19,500 represents less than half a year of starting salary — among the lightest debt-to-income ratios we track.

A #393 ranking among 679 Teacher Education programs places Calvin University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $45,751 to $47,830 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Calvin University

With 71% of applicants admitted, Calvin University prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 2,921 students in Grand Rapids, MI. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $99,132 — 36% less than the list price.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

Education teachers, postsecondary $72,090/yr

Training and development specialists $65,850/yr

View all 11 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 49/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at Calvin University?

At 49/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Teacher Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Teacher Education at Calvin University?

The 30% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →