Education at Rockford University
If you are interested in studying Education, take a look at what Rockford University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Rockford University is located in Rockford, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Rockford University
Online coursework is an option at Rockford University. Of 1,241 students, 63 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 782 (63%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Rockford University
These rankings give you a sense of how Rockford University’s Education program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #39 of 51 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #41 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #144 of 222 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #179 of 223 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1032 of 1,611 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1246 of 1,591 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Rockford University
Students who complete Rockford 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 | $34,021 |
| 2 years | $40,858 |
| 3 years | $36,820 |
| 4 years | $41,364 |
| 5 years | $44,818 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Education graduates from Rockford University report median earnings of $41,364, compared with $63,229 for all Rockford University graduates — about 35% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Education graduates from Rockford University is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Those who complete Education program at Rockford 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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