Education at Nelson University
If you are interested in studying Education, take a look at what Nelson University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Nelson University is located in Waxahachie, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Nelson University
Many students take online classes at Nelson University. Of 1,794 students, 683 (38%) studied exclusively online and 0 (0%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Nelson University
Rankings can help you compare Nelson University’s Education program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #77 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #95 of 101 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #137 of 170 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #152 of 171 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1079 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1386 of 1,611 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Nelson University
Students who complete Nelson University’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 | $41,973 |
| 2 years | $40,305 |
| 3 years | $36,584 |
| 4 years | $42,725 |
| 5 years | $46,333 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Education graduates from Nelson University report median earnings of $42,725, compared with $41,937 for all Nelson University graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Education graduates from Nelson University stands at $27,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Students who finish Education program at Nelson University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks 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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