Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $41,130 track close to the $41,412 national median for Teacher Education programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.3x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.
AI risk is moderate — 30% task exposure — and the 4% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $23,990 debt-to-$41,130 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #517 out of 679 programs, Lewis University's financial outcomes for Teacher Education trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
Earnings growth is modest: $41,130 to $49,247 over five years (20% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.