Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver
What traits are you looking for in a school for Education, take a look at what Metropolitan State University of Denver. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
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Studying Online at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Online coursework is an option at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Of 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
These rankings give you a sense of how Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #17 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #26 of 32 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #41 of 64 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #54 of 65 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Those who finish Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Education program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,374 |
| 2 years | $40,875 |
| 3 years | $44,533 |
| 4 years | $49,650 |
| 5 years | $54,530 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Education graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver take home a median $49,650, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Education graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver stands at $25,193.
Top-Paying Careers for Education Graduates
Those who complete Education program at Metropolitan State University of Denver go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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