Program Analysis
First-year earnings of $38,978 track close to the $41,412 national median for Teacher Education programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.
The 3.2x 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 $27,000 debt-to-$38,978 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
At #582 out of 679 programs, Marian University's financial outcomes for Teacher Education trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.
The five-year earnings trajectory from $38,978 to $48,858 shows 25% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.