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Education Schools in Connecticut

2,205 students earned Education degrees in Connecticut in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Education is the 3rd most popular major in the state out of a total 30 majors commonly available.

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Education Levels of Education Majors in Connecticut

Education majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,554
Post-Master’s Certificate 575
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 575
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 76
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 76
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 76
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Gender Distribution

In Connecticut, a education major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of education majors in Connecticut is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.4%
  • Black or African American: 5.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.1%
  • White: 75.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.6%
  • Other Races: 6.1%
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Jobs for Education Grads in Connecticut

There are 115,360 people in the state and 8,653,610 people in the nation working in education jobs.

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Wages for Education Jobs in Connecticut

Education grads earn an average of $78,470 in the state and $77,170 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Connecticut that offer education degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

University of Connecticut

Storrs
401 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,215 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.00% which is lower than average. A typical student attending UCONN will pay a net price of $22,974. Graduates earn an average $56,144 after graduation.

#2

Central Connecticut State University

New Britain
349 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
10,652 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $16,723. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $47,806 a year.

#3

Sacred Heart University

Fairfield
252 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
9,313 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $53,558 a year. This private school has an average net price of $42,431.

#4

University of Saint Joseph

West Hartford
230 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
2,305 Total Students

The average student takes 4.11 years to complete their degree at USJ. Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 7 to 1.

#5

Southern Connecticut State University

New Haven
212 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
9,331 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $42,096 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 48%. It takes the average student 4.52 years to graduate.

#6

University of Bridgeport

Bridgeport
206 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
4,155 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,809 a year. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.10%.

#7

Quinnipiac University

Hamden
181 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
9,746 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 42%. In their early career, Quinnipiac grads earn an average salary of $60,948. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

#8

Fairfield University

Fairfield
90 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
5,513 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. An average student at Fairfield U will pay a net price of $36,633. In their early career, Fairfield U grads earn an average salary of $66,244.

#9

University of Hartford

West Hartford
88 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
6,493 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,712. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,544 after earning their degree at this institution.

#10

Post University

Waterbury
77 Degrees in Major Awarded
16% Graduation Rate
13,844 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.37 years. The full-time teacher rate is 6%.

Education Careers in CT

Some of the careers education majors go into include:

Job Title CT Job Growth CT Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 19% $107,700
Business Professors 14% $90,060
Social Sciences Professors 14% $110,250
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers 13% $42,470
Special Education Teachers 11% $70,970
Interpreters and Translators 11% $46,710
Psychology Professors 10% $88,570
Education Administrators 10% $95,270
Coaches and Scouts 9% $34,590
Special Education Preschool Teachers 9% $62,140
Biological Science Professors 9% $97,520
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 8% $66,970
Political Science Professors 6% $77,570
Chemistry Professors 6% $75,590
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 6% $87,430
Social Scientists 6% $78,670
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 6% $86,980
History Professors 6% $82,560
Education, Training, and Library Workers 5% $50,870
English Language and Literature Professors 5% $85,960
Postsecondary Education Administrators 5% $0
Physics Postsecondary Professors 5% $84,820
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 5% $0
Librarians 4% $67,490
Education Professors 4% $75,890
Sociology Professors 4% $85,020
Instructional Coordinators 4% $90,040
Preschool Education Administrators 4% $54,380
Mathematical Science Professors 4% $78,020
Economics Professors 4% $94,260
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 4% $71,060
Environmental Science Professors 4% $85,870
Preschool Teachers 4% $37,030
Computer Science Professors 3% $87,200
Teachers 1% $0
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 0% $83,690
Vocational Education Professors 0% $44,230
Elementary and Secondary School Education Administrators -2% $130,460
Middle School Special Education Teachers -3% $79,900
Elementary School Teachers -3% $75,450
Middle School Teachers -3% $76,340
Special Education Professors -3% $77,350
High School Teachers -3% $76,770
Kindergarten Teachers -3% $77,420
Technical Education High School Teachers -3% $83,780
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers -3% $77,360
Technical Education Teachers -5% $82,060

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to education.

Major Annual Graduates in CT
Psychology 491
Social Sciences 279
Communication & Journalism 167
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 105
History 85
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 53
Library Science 20

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