by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how New Mexico Highlands University ranks among other schools offering degrees in grade specific ed.
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The bachelor's program at New Mexico Highlands University was ranked #239 on College Factual's Best Schools for grade specific ed list. It is also ranked #1 in New Mexico.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, New Mexico Highlands University handed out 71 bachelor's degrees in teacher education grade specific. This is an increase of 39% over the previous year when 51 degrees were handed out.
Grade Specific Ed majors who earn their bachelor's degree from New Mexico Highlands University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $33,115 a year. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $35,527 for all grade specific ed students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at New Mexico Highlands University, grade specific ed students borrow a median amount of $18,375 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all grade specific ed bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,099.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the grade specific ed majors at New Mexico Highlands University.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 71 students graduated with a bachelor's degree in grade specific ed from New Mexico Highlands University. About 7% were men and 93% were women.
The majority of the bachelor's degree graduates for this major are Hispanic or Latino. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 51% of grads fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from New Mexico Highlands University with a bachelor's in grade specific ed.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 36 |
| White | 20 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 7 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Student Counseling | 49 |
| Teacher Education Subject Specific | 31 |
| Special Education | 30 |
| Educational Administration | 21 |
| Curriculum & Instruction | 13 |
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