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Teacher Education at University of Wyoming

Laramie, WY · 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 $49,587/yr (19% vs median)

AI Risk High (43% exposed)

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

ROI 19.6x earnings multiple (6.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #8 of 348 Teacher Education programs Top 5%

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	$549K	$544K	$512K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	19.8x	19.6x	18.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.0x	6.0x	5.6x
Probability of Field Employment	78%	70%	55%
DegreeOutlook Score	74	73	74

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$27,752

Out-of-state: $90,872 (6.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$47,116

-70% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$17,137

4.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$55,537

12% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $49,587/yr, edging above the $41,690 national average for Teacher Education — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.

With a 19.6x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $17,137 in median debt against $49,587 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

University of Wyoming ranks #8 among 348 Teacher Education programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

The limited growth from $49,587 to $55,537 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About University of Wyoming

University of Wyoming has a 97% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, serving 8,047 students in Laramie, WY.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 73/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at University of Wyoming?

At 73/100, this is a high-performing program. The DegreeOutlook Score combines earnings, AI resilience, and ROI — and this program delivers on all three.

Should I worry about AI if I study Teacher Education at University of Wyoming?

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.

Is University of Wyoming one of the best schools for Teacher Education?

Among 348 Teacher Education programs, University of Wyoming's #8 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →