by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how GSW ranks among other schools offering degrees in grade specific ed.
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The bachelor's program at GSW was ranked #262 on College Factual's Best Schools for grade specific ed list. It is also ranked #11 in Georgia.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Georgia Southwestern State University handed out 60 bachelor's degrees in teacher education grade specific. This is an increase of 50% over the previous year when 40 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 58 students received their master’s degree in grade specific ed from GSW. This makes it the #117 most popular school for grade specific ed master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of grade specific ed students who receive their bachelor's degree at GSW is $38,973. This is less than $41,809, which is the national median of all grade specific ed majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at GSW paid an average of $616 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $169 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $4,064 | $14,786 |
| Fees | $916 | $916 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,240 | $1,240 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $9,574 | $9,574 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $5,280 | $5,280 |
Learn more about GSW tuition and fees.
Of the 60 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Teacher Education Grade Specific from GSW in 2021-2022, 2% were men and 98% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 82% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Georgia Southwestern State University with a bachelor's in grade specific ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 7 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 4 |
| White | 49 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Online degrees for the GSW grade specific ed bachelor’s degree program are not available at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the GSW Online Learning page.
Grade Specific Ed majors graduating with a master's degree from GSW make a median salary of $62,821 a year. This is a better than average outcome since the median salary for all grade specific ed graduates with a master's is $52,763.
Of the 83 students who graduated with a Master’s in grade specific ed from GSW in 2022, 2% were men and 98% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 83% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Georgia Southwestern State University with a master's in grade specific ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 13 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 69 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the grade specific ed majors at Georgia Southwestern State University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Special Education | 25 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 16 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.