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Teacher Education at Plymouth State University

Plymouth, NH · 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 $41,035/yr (-2% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

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

ROI 8.1x earnings multiple (4.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #225 of 348 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	$469K	$471K	$456K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	8.1x	8.1x	7.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	4.6x	4.6x	4.5x
Probability of Field Employment	78%	70%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	52	51	57

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$58,232

Out-of-state: $101,992 (4.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$78,740

-35% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,281

7.7 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$45,500

11% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $41,035/yr, Teacher Education graduates from Plymouth State University land near the $41,690 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

A 8.1x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

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.

At $26,281 against $41,035/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #225 ranking among 348 Teacher Education programs places Plymouth State University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $41,035 to $45,500 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Plymouth State University

With 91% of applicants admitted, Plymouth State University prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 3,298 students in Plymouth, NH.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 51/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at Plymouth State University?

At 51/100, the score looks reasonable — but Teacher Education is a high-scoring field overall. Compared to peers, this program's earnings and ROI fall below the median.

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

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 →