Teacher Education at Ashford University
one of the larger campuses at 23,734 students in San Diego, CA.
Program Analysis
Graduates earn $25,553/yr, roughly in line with the $25,977 national median for Teacher Education. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.
Every dollar of tuition returns an estimated 11.0x in decade earnings — an exceptional ratio that places this among the highest-ROI Teacher Education programs nationally.
Some AI exposure exists in Teacher Education's career paths, with 30% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 9% gap from the optimistic case.
Median debt of $24,750 represents roughly 12 months of the $25,553 starting salary — a manageable burden by trade school standards.
Ranked #109 of 129 Teacher Education programs, Ashford University falls below the median. Stronger options exist, though cost and location may compensate.
Five-year earnings of $28,790 are relatively flat compared to the $25,553 starting salary — typical of trades with stable but capped salary bands.
Teacher Education offers 5 registered apprenticeship pathways — an unusually broad set of earn-while-you-learn alternatives to the classroom track.
Earnings Overview
Projected 10-Year Earnings
Based on actual graduate salary data and Bureau of Labor Statistics growth projections.
Top Career Paths
Top career paths for Teacher Education graduates by median salary.
| Career Path | Median Salary | Growth | AI-ProofAI |
|---|---|---|---|
| Postsecondary teachers, all other | $78,490 | +1.8% | 100% |
| Education teachers, postsecondary | $72,090 | +2.1% | 51% |
| Training and development specialists | $65,850 | +10.8% | 45% |
About Teacher Education Careers
Your journey will likely begin in the classroom, where your days are a dynamic mix of planning and direct interaction. As an elementary teacher, you might use a smartboard to lead a math lesson, then transition to guiding small reading groups. In a secondary school, you’ll focus on your subject specialty, preparing students for exams, managing online assignments through a learning management system, and communicating with parents.
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