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Education Schools in Rhode Island

950 Education students earned their degrees in the state in 2020-2021.

In this state, Education is the 5th most popular major out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Education Majors in Rhode Island

Education majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 444
Master’s Degree 381
Associate Degree 41
Post-Master’s Certificate 35
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 35
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 25
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 24
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 24
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 24

Gender Distribution

In Rhode Island, a education major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of education majors in Rhode Island is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.9%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 8.7%
  • White: 75.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.3%
  • Other Races: 8.7%
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Jobs for Education Grads in Rhode Island

In this state, there are 31,160 people employed in jobs related to an education degree, compared to 8,653,610 nationwide.

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Wages for Education Jobs in Rhode Island

In this state, education grads earn an average of $74,600. Nationwide, they make an average of $77,170.

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There are 9 colleges in Rhode Island that offer education degrees. Learn about the most popular 9 below:

#1

Rhode Island College

Providence
254 Degrees in Major Awarded
50% Graduation Rate
7,072 Total Students

93% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.70 years. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $40,888 after earning their degree at this institution.

168 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
17,649 Total Students

In their early career, URI grads earn an average salary of $51,827. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.30%. Most students complete their degree in 4.28 years.

#3

Providence College

Providence
161 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
4,821 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years. In their early career, Providence grads earn an average salary of $62,565. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 64% are considered full time.

83 Degrees in Major Awarded
70% Graduation Rate
4,702 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.13 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 3.70% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

#5

Brown University

Providence
81 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
9,948 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years. The full-time teacher rate is 92%.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
2,771 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 94% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.08 years. The student loan default rate of 1.40% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

63 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
5,676 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.14 years. Graduates earn an average $36,268 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $28,582.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,684 Total Students

A typical student attending CCRI will pay a net price of $6,898. Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $32,333 a year.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
2,227 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 42% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $44,979. The 2.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

Education Careers in RI

Some of the careers education majors go into include:

Job Title RI Job Growth RI Median Salary
Health Specialties Professors 19% $0
Business Professors 13% $114,340
Biological Science Professors 13% $83,790
Chemistry Professors 13% $92,010
Political Science Professors 10% $101,100
Coaches and Scouts 8% $37,670
Self-Enrichment Education Teachers 8% $36,430
Education Professors 7% $75,530
Interpreters and Translators 7% $42,840
Foreign Language and Literature Professors 7% $79,660
Psychology Professors 7% $83,240
Art, Drama, and Music Professors 6% $73,520
English Language and Literature Professors 6% $81,380
Preschool Education Administrators 6% $54,010
Postsecondary Education Administrators 6% $101,200
History Professors 5% $92,340
Fitness Trainers and Aerobics Instructors 5% $40,200
Special Education Teachers 5% $79,300
Teachers 4% $0
Mathematical Science Professors 4% $97,040
Instructional Coordinators 4% $56,890
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 4% $59,740
Middle School Special Education Teachers 3% $71,310
Middle School Teachers 3% $75,250
Elementary School Teachers 3% $74,400
Special Education Professors 3% $75,350
High School Teachers 3% $73,460
Elementary and Secondary School Education Administrators 2% $104,220
Teacher Assistants 2% $31,750
Kindergarten or Elementary School Special Education Teachers 2% $72,950
Librarians 2% $68,290
Preschool Teachers 0% $30,350
Sociology Professors 0% $96,700
Physics Postsecondary Professors 0% $107,430
Education Administrators 0% $101,870
Technical Education High School Teachers 0% $75,010
Social Scientists 0% $0
Kindergarten Teachers 0% $68,750
Computer Science Professors 0% $119,450
Vocational Education Professors -5% $48,270

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to education.

Major Annual Graduates in RI
Social Sciences 1,124
Psychology 867
Communication & Journalism 548
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 497
History 234
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 152
Library Science 46

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