Education at Eastern Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Education, consider the program at Eastern Kentucky University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Eastern Kentucky University is in Richmond, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Kentucky University
Online coursework is an option at Eastern Kentucky University. Of 15,673 students, 5,246 (33%) studied exclusively online and 6,148 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Eastern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Eastern Kentucky University’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #7 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #15 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #270 of 389 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #470 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1303 of 1,611 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #7 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #15 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #270 of 389 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #470 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1303 of 1,611 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Eastern Kentucky University
Students who complete Eastern Kentucky University’s Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $38,798 |
| 2 years | $38,793 |
| 3 years | $40,445 |
| 4 years | $44,189 |
| 5 years | $46,149 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Education graduates from Eastern Kentucky University report median earnings of $44,189, compared with $49,519 for all Eastern Kentucky University graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Education graduates from Eastern Kentucky University comes in at $24,952.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Students who finish Education program at Eastern Kentucky University pursue many career paths. 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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