Curriculum and Instruction at Mercer University
Macon, GA · Doctoral Degree · about 1 graduates a year
Mercer University graduates in curriculum and instruction earn 16% more than the national median for the same major four years after graduating.
How Mercer University Compares for Curriculum and Instruction
All 24 colleges reporting curriculum and instruction earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | St. John's University-New York Queens, NY | $153,334 | $145,942 | #1 | $142,452 |
| 2 | Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL | $117,352 | $115,298 | #2 | — |
| 3 | University of Memphis Memphis, TN | $97,572 | $106,587 | #3 | $78,816 |
| 4 | Mercer University Macon, GA | $96,686 | $100,090 | #4 | $82,159 |
| 5 | Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA | $91,534 | $94,756 | #6 | — |
| 6 | Teachers College at Columbia University New York, NY | $91,322 | $86,920 | #12 | — |
| 7 | University of Florida Gainesville, FL | $91,306 | $97,184 | #5 | $73,463 |
| 8 | Capella University Minneapolis, MN | $91,034 | $86,957 | #11 | $77,115 |
| 9 | The University of Texas at Austin Austin, TX | $85,479 | $86,907 | #13 | $74,672 |
| 10 | Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Blacksburg, VA | $84,607 | $77,042 | #20 | — |
Other Majors at Mercer University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration | $131,552 | $107,402 | #38 of 45 |
| Medicine | $118,913 | $61,937 | #11 of 28 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | $107,013 | — | #54 of 151 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $94,134 | $59,391 | #70 of 93 |
| Law | $90,359 | $64,894 | #19 of 26 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $82,473 | $74,161 | #94 of 177 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Mercer University curriculum and instruction graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $82,159 one year after graduating and $96,686 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Mercer University rank for curriculum and instruction?
Among 24 colleges reporting earnings for curriculum and instruction graduates, Mercer University ranks #4 by median pay four years after graduation, and #4 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is curriculum and instruction at Mercer University worth it?
Its graduates earn 16% more than the national median for curriculum and instruction ($83,031).
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.