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Education Schools in New York

18,389 students earned Education degrees in New York in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Education is the 1st most popular major out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Education Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 14,332
Post-Master’s Certificate 3,535
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3,535
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 522
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 522
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 522

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of education majors in New York is as follows:

  • Asian: 5.2%
  • Black or African American: 13.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 15.2%
  • White: 53.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.3%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Education Grads in New York

In this state, there are 683,450 people employed in jobs related to an education degree, compared to 8,653,610 nationwide.

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Wages for Education Jobs in New York

Education grads earn an average of $85,300 in the state and $77,170 nationwide.

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

1,713 Degrees in Major Awarded
3,790 Total Students

35 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 62% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.60%.

1,181 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
3,863 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 100% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $21,634. The average student takes 4.28 years to complete their degree at Saint Rose.

#3

Hunter College

New York
1,127 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
24,052 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $45,287 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $2,158. The student loan default rate is 3.10% which is lower than average.

1,014 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,547 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 41%. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.10%.

#5

Touro College

New York
942 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
11,699 Total Students

In their early career, Touro grads earn an average salary of $38,853. 43% of the teachers are full time. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#6

Queens College

Queens
625 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
19,700 Total Students

A typical student attending QC will pay a net price of $3,469. The 4.10% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid.

#7

Brooklyn College

Brooklyn
575 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
17,735 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 91% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.60 years. The student loan default rate of 4.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

536 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
52,775 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $38,569. The average student takes 4.13 years to complete their degree at NYU. In their early career, NYU grads earn an average salary of $60,407.

528 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
15,227 Total Students

A typical student attending CCNY will pay a net price of $2,805. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 96% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $45,588 after graduation.

#10

Lehman College

Bronx
494 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
15,091 Total Students

95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.66 years. The full-time teacher rate is 38%.

Education Careers in NY

Some of the careers education majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Education, Training, and Library Workers 27% $38,050
Health Specialties Professors 27% $105,410
Business Professors 25% $85,150
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers 23% $45,520
Psychology Professors 23% $84,000
Biological Science Professors 23% $86,790
Education Administrators 23% $0
Special Education Preschool Teachers 21% $67,020
Economics Professors 19% $110,710
Political Science Professors 19% $103,150
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Professors 19% $79,000
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 19% $71,860
Coaches and Scouts 18% $46,650
History Professors 18% $80,470
Interpreters and Translators 18% $64,460
Social Sciences Professors 18% $88,210
Sociology Professors 18% $79,180
Chemistry Professors 18% $90,220
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 18% $100,970
English Language and Literature Professors 18% $79,160
Physics Postsecondary Professors 18% $102,900
Education Professors 18% $76,060
Mathematical Science Professors 17% $87,970
Atmospheric, Earth, Marine, and Space Sciences Professors 17% $97,390
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 17% $78,520
Environmental Science Professors 17% $67,400
Computer Science Professors 17% $88,190
Recreation and Fitness Studies Professors 17% $65,170
Agricultural Sciences Professors 16% $90,070
Geography Professors 15% $78,480
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 15% $61,800
Multimedia Collections Specialists 15% $53,710
Instructional Coordinators 15% $64,630
Postsecondary Education Administrators 15% $106,450
Teachers 14% $0
Preschool Education Administrators 13% $68,290
Preschool Teachers 12% $38,890
Vocational Education Professors 10% $61,680
Teacher Assistants 9% $29,090
Librarians 8% $64,620
High School Teachers 7% $81,290
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 7% $72,570
Middle School Teachers 6% $80,790
Kindergarten Teachers 6% $73,430
Elementary and Secondary School Education Administrators 6% $124,760
Special Education Professors 5% $77,400
Elementary School Teachers 5% $79,760
Middle School Special Education Teachers 5% $79,230
Technical Education High School Teachers 4% $72,800
Social Scientists 3% $82,460

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Psychology 2,885
Social Sciences 2,378
Communication & Journalism 1,714
Library Science 481
History 477
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 306
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 159

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