Education at Lander University
If you are interested in studying Education, take a look at what Lander University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Lander University is located in Greenwood, SC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Lander University
Many students take online classes at Lander University. Among 4,378 students, 1,004 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,548 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Education Rankings at Lander University
These rankings give you a sense of how Lander University’s Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #18 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #208 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #267 of 389 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #792 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1297 of 1,611 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #6 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #18 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #208 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #267 of 389 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #792 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1297 of 1,611 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from Lander University
Graduates of Lander University’s Education program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,145 |
| 2 years | $35,619 |
| 3 years | $35,555 |
| 4 years | $38,943 |
| 5 years | $43,668 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Education graduates from Lander University take home a median $38,943, compared with $44,410 for all Lander University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Education graduates from Lander University is $26,075.
Highest-Paying Careers for Education Graduates
Graduates of the Education program at Lander University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $129,049 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $91,340 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $83,682 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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