Education
What are education majors?
Education programs focus on the theory and practice of learning and teaching as well as related research, administrative and support services. Coursework can include classes on classroom management, lesson planning, child psychology and more. Usually, undergraduate education degree programs will prepare you to earn your teaching certification upon graduation.
How much do education majors make?
| Education majors | Average salarySalary |
|---|---|
| Educational administration | $74,000 |
| High school education | $60,000 |
| Mathematics teacher education | $60,000 |
| Science teacher education | $60,000 |
| History teacher education | $59,500 |
| Social studies teacher education | $59,500 |
| Health teacher education | $58,000 |
| Physical education teaching and coaching | $58,000 |
| School counseling and guidance services | $58,000 |
| Art teacher education | $55,000 |
Popular education majors by degrees awarded
On average, around 121,800 students obtain a bachelor's degree or associate degree in all education fields each year. In 2021, the most popular major within education was elementary education with 30,802 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and 2,021 students obtaining an associate degree. The least popular major was school counseling and guidance services with fewer than 5 students obtaining a bachelor's degree and 6 students obtaining an associate degree. Overall, education majors are some of the most common among undergraduate students.
