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Teacher Education at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI · 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 $45,966/yr (10% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

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

ROI 10.5x earnings multiple (2.9x out-of-state)

Ranked #119 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	$470K	$472K	$457K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	10.5x	10.5x	10.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	2.9x	2.9x	2.8x
Probability of Field Employment	78%	70%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	61	60	61

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$44,820

Out-of-state: $162,412 (2.9x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$67,712

-51% less than sticker · See by income

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$46,338

1% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $45,966 at University of Wisconsin-Madison come in 10% above the national median of $41,690 for Teacher Education programs.

With a 10.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

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.

A #119 ranking among 348 Teacher Education programs places University of Wisconsin-Madison in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The limited growth from $45,966 to $46,338 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Wisconsin-Madison

A 43% admission rate makes University of Wisconsin-Madison accessible to a wide range of qualified students, serving a student body of 35,665 in Madison, WI.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 60/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at University of Wisconsin-Madison?

At 60/100, University of Wisconsin-Madison'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 University of Wisconsin-Madison?

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 →