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High school education


What is a high school education major?

Students of high school education teach students in the secondary grades, which may include grades seven through twelve, depending on the school system or state regulations. This may include preparation to teach a comprehensive curriculum or specific subject matter.

19%

of students said a highlight of this major was the fascinating subject.

34%

of students said they were motivated to select this major because of a desire to make a difference.

100%

of students and alumni plan on being or are currently employed in an occupation related to this major.

20%

of students said balancing many projects & deadlines was a challenging aspect of the major.

How much do high school education majors make?

median average salary

$60,000/yr

The national average salary for high school education graduates in the United States is $60,000 per year. Those in the top 10 percent make over $115,000 a year, while the bottom 10 percent make under $24,000 a year. While salary ranges can vary by role, industry, and location, high school education graduates typically make between $41,000 and $84,000 per year.

How popular is high school education as a major?

Each year, around 3,530 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and around 640 students obtain an associate degree in high school education. In 2021, 3,547 students received a bachelor's degree and 583 students received an associate degree. This is 2% more high school education majors than there were in 2020. High school education is one of the most popular majors within education.

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