Program Analysis
Graduates earn $43,996/yr, edging above the $41,690 national average for Teacher Education — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.
At 8.9x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 43% task exposure — and the 5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $28,987 debt-to-$43,996 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #143 out of 348 programs, Central Michigan University's Teacher Education offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $43,996 to $49,750 over five years (13% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.