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Special Education and Teaching at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg, PA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $50,327/yr (14% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Large (34,900 openings/yr)

ROI 12.9x earnings multiple (7.5x out-of-state)

Ranked #16 of 170 Special Education and Teaching programs Top 10%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Special Education and Teaching graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$576K	$568K	$533K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	13.0x	12.9x	12.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.6x	7.5x	7.0x
Probability of Field Employment	81%	73%	58%
DegreeOutlook Score	57	56	57

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$44,144

Out-of-state: $76,008 (7.5x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$60,356

-37% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$25,500

6.1 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$58,152

16% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's Special Education and Teaching graduates start at $50,327/yr — above the $44,105 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 12.9x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Special Education and Teaching career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $25,500 against $50,327/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

At #16 of 170 programs, this Special Education and Teaching program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The limited growth from $50,327 to $58,152 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

A 93% acceptance rate means East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 4,611 students in East Stroudsburg, PA.

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Top Career Paths

Education teachers, postsecondary $72,090/yr

Special education teachers, secondary school $69,590/yr

Special education teachers, all other $67,430/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 56/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Special Education and Teaching at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

At 56/100, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's Special Education and Teaching program delivers middling returns. School cost and personal fit become important decision factors.

Should I worry about AI if I study Special Education and Teaching at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

The 44% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →