Education at Drexel University
If you plan to study Education, take a look at what Drexel University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Drexel University is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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Studying Online at Drexel University
Distance learning is available at Drexel University. Of 21,153 students, 3,757 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,321 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Drexel University
These rankings give you a sense of how Drexel University’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #23 of 86 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #84 of 86 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #85 of 247 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #234 of 246 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 1,611 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1550 of 1,591 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #23 of 86 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #84 of 86 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #85 of 247 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #234 of 246 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 1,611 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1550 of 1,591 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Drexel University
Graduates of Drexel University’s Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $57,849 |
| 2 years | $59,144 |
| 3 years | $61,002 |
| 4 years | $66,731 |
| 5 years | $70,916 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Education graduates from Drexel University report median earnings of $66,731, compared with $83,624 for all Drexel University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Education graduates from Drexel University is $32,375.
Highest-Paying Careers for Education Graduates
Graduates of the Education program at Drexel University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-paying careers for Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $129,049 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $91,340 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $83,682 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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