Teacher Education at Western New Mexico University
If you plan to study Teacher Education, you may want to check out the program at Western New Mexico University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western New Mexico University is in Silver City, NM.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 38 teacher education degrees were awarded at Western New Mexico University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Western New Mexico University
Many students take online classes at Western New Mexico University. Of 3,531 students, 2,131 (60%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 786 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Teacher Education graduates at Western New Mexico University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Teacher Education graduates at Western New Mexico University are 84% women (32) and 16% men (6).
Teacher Education Master’s Program at Western New Mexico University
Of the 38 master’s teacher education degrees awarded at Western New Mexico University, 84% were women (32) and 16% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Teacher Education master’s degree recipients at Western New Mexico University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 22 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 3 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 68% of Teacher Education master’s degree recipients at Western New Mexico University, above the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Teacher Education Graduates
Those who complete Teacher Education program at Western New Mexico University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Teacher Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
| Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education | $75,366 |
| Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education | $63,776 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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