Education at Metropolitan State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Education, you may want to check out the program at Metropolitan State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Metropolitan State University is located in Saint Paul, MN.
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Online Class Availability at Metropolitan State University
Distance learning is available at Metropolitan State University. Of 6,660 students, 3,119 (47%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,324 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Metropolitan State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Metropolitan State University’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #109 of 174 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #160 of 178 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Metropolitan State University
Graduates of Metropolitan State 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 | $39,555 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $41,247 |
| 4 years | $43,198 |
| 5 years | $54,963 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Education graduates from Metropolitan State University report median earnings of $43,198, compared with $61,812 for all Metropolitan State University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Education graduates from Metropolitan State University comes in at $28,132.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Those who complete Education program at Metropolitan State University pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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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