by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. We've also included details on how Salem State ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in education.
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The bachelor's program at Salem State was ranked #226 on College Factual's Best Schools for education list. It is also ranked #13 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Salem State University handed out 20 bachelor's degrees in general education. This is an increase of 25% over the previous year when 16 degrees were handed out.
Education majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Salem State go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $32,059 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $33,820 for all education students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Salem State, education students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,747 for all education majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the education majors at Salem State University.
Of the 20 education students who graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2020-2021 from Salem State, about 20% were men and 80% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Salem State University with a bachelor's in education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Teacher Education Grade Specific | 143 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 63 |
| Educational Administration | 42 |
| Special Education | 30 |
| Student Counseling | 23 |
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