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Teacher Education at Newman University

Wichita, KS · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $43,296/yr (5% vs median)

AI Risk High (30% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (412,300 openings/yr)

ROI 3.3x earnings multiple

Ranked #473 of 679 Teacher Education programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$472K	$473K	$459K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.3x	3.2x
Probability of Field Employment	76%	72%	62%
DegreeOutlook Score	48	47	53

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$142,000

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$76,180

46% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,750

6.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$46,106

6% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $43,296 track close to the $41,412 national median for Teacher Education programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

At 3.3x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

The 3% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Teacher Education career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $22,750 against $43,296/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #473 ranking among 679 Teacher Education programs places Newman University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The limited growth from $43,296 to $46,106 over five years suggests earnings in this field plateau relatively early in one's career.

About Newman University

With a 48% acceptance rate, Newman University is moderately selective, a smaller institution with 857 students in Wichita, KS. The average net cost of $76,180 over four years represents a 46% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Postsecondary teachers, all other $78,490/yr

Education teachers, postsecondary $72,090/yr

Training and development specialists $65,850/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 47/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Teacher Education at Newman University?

At 47/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Teacher Education programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Teacher Education at Newman University?

The 30% 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 →