Education at Mississippi State University
If you are interested in studying Education, you may want to check out the program at Mississippi State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Mississippi State University sits in Mississippi State, MS.
Featured schools near , edit
Online & Distance Learning at Mississippi State University
Distance learning is available at Mississippi State University. Among 23,150 students, 3,877 (17%) studied exclusively online and 6,082 (26%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Mississippi State University
Use these rankings to compare Mississippi State University’s Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 18 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 389 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #210 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #684 of 1,611 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #780 of 1,591 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Mississippi | #3 of 18 |
| Best Value | Mississippi | #13 of 18 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #90 of 389 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #210 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #684 of 1,611 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #780 of 1,591 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Mississippi State University
Students who complete Mississippi 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 | $40,005 |
| 2 years | $39,784 |
| 3 years | $40,515 |
| 4 years | $43,600 |
| 5 years | $45,578 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Education graduates from Mississippi State University earn a median of $43,600, compared with $58,380 for all Mississippi State University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Education graduates from Mississippi State University is $22,263.
Highest-Paying Careers for Education Graduates
Students who finish Education program at Mississippi State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Education majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
GradDegree.com provides higher-education, college and university, degree, program, career, salary, and other helpful information to students, faculty, institutions, and other internet audiences. Presented information and data are subject to change. Inclusion on this website does not imply or represent a direct relationship with the company, school, or brand. Information, though believed correct at time of publication, may not be correct, and no warranty is provided. Contact the schools to verify any information before relying on it. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. The displayed options may include sponsored or recommended results, not necessarily based on your preferences.
© GradDegree.com – All Rights Reserved.