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Teacher Education at Indiana University-South Bend

South Bend, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $43,058/yr (3% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (444,600 openings/yr)

ROI 15.1x earnings multiple (5.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #92 of 348 Teacher Education programs Top 50%

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	$492K	$492K	$472K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	15.1x	15.1x	14.4x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.6x	5.6x	5.4x
Probability of Field Employment	78%	70%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	63	62	66

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$32,716

Out-of-state: $88,172 (5.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$33,456

-2% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,784

7.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,355

12% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $43,058/yr, Teacher Education graduates from Indiana University-South Bend land near the $41,690 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 15.1x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 4% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,784 against $43,058/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #92 ranking among 348 Teacher Education programs places Indiana University-South Bend in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $43,058 to $48,355 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Indiana University-South Bend

With 86% of applicants admitted, Indiana University-South Bend prioritizes broad access, a smaller institution with 3,807 students in South Bend, IN. 41% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity.

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Top Career Paths

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 62/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at Indiana University-South Bend?

At 62/100, Indiana University-South Bend's Teacher Education program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Teacher Education at Indiana University-South Bend?

The 43% 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 →