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Teacher Education at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

Pittsburgh, PA · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,248/yr (-12% vs median)

AI Risk High (30% exposed)

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

ROI 5.2x earnings multiple (2.8x out-of-state)

Ranked #605 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	$446K	$449K	$438K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	5.2x	5.2x	5.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.8x	2.8x	2.7x
Probability of Field Employment	76%	72%	62%
DegreeOutlook Score	41	40	53

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$86,096

Out-of-state: $159,560 (2.8x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$120,296

-40% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

8.9 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$42,137

16% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $36,248/yr, roughly in line with the $41,412 national median for Teacher Education. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

A 5.2x earnings multiple over ten years puts this program in solid financial territory. Tuition is well-justified by projected earnings.

The 2% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $36,248/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #605 ranking among 679 Teacher Education programs places University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $36,248 to $42,137 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus

A 50% admission rate makes University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus accessible to a wide range of qualified students, one of the larger campuses at 20,189 students in Pittsburgh, PA.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 40/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?

At 40/100, 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 University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus?

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 →