Program Analysis
Minnesota State University-Mankato's Teacher Education program produces graduates earning $43,307/yr — within striking distance of the $41,690 national average for this field.
The 13.4x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 43% task exposure — and the 5% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $22,500 debt-to-$43,307 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #95 out of 348 programs, Minnesota State University-Mankato's Teacher Education offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $43,307 to $50,134 over five years (16% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.