Best colleges for Education in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, Southwest Minnesota State University and Hamline University award the most Education degrees and certificates in Minnesota: 177, 105 and 47 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 21 Minnesota colleges offer Education and award 1,156 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Education program, specifically in General Education, focuses on the transmission of knowledge and skills while fostering character development. This program is designed for individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning in…
Top institution, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hamline University Saint Paul Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $36,976 | 47 | 60% | $20,981 | $25,000 |
Colleges awarding the most Education degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona Private not-for-profit | 177 | Not reported |
| 2 | Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall Public | 105 | Not reported |
| 3 | Hamline University Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 47 | $36,976 |
| 4 | Gustavus Adolphus College Saint Peter Private not-for-profit | 22 | Not reported |
| 5 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public | 19 | Not reported |
| 6 | Bethel University Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 16 | Not reported |
| 7 | Winona State University Winona Public | 15 | Not reported |
| 8 | Martin Luther College New Ulm Private not-for-profit | 13 | Not reported |
| 9 | Bemidji State University Bemidji Public | 11 | Not reported |
| 10 | Minnesota North College Hibbing Public | 11 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 11 Minnesota colleges offering Education
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 632 |
| Capella University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 58 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth | Duluth | Public | 9 |
| Minneapolis Community and Technical College | Minneapolis | Public | 7 |
| Inver Hills Community College | Inver Grove Heights | Public | 3 |
| North Central University | Minneapolis | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Century College | White Bear Lake | Public | 3 |
| Fond du Lac Tribal and Community College | Cloquet | Public | 2 |
| Saint Cloud State University | Saint Cloud | Public | 1 |
| St Olaf College | Northfield | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| Ridgewater College | Willmar | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Education Teachers, Postsecondary (SOC 25-1081).
Top skills
What Education Teachers, Postsecondary earn in Minnesota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Education programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Education degrees?+
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (177 graduates a year), Southwest Minnesota State University (105 graduates a year) and Hamline University (47 graduates a year) award the most Education degrees and certificates in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 21 Minnesota colleges offer Education.
Which Education program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Hamline University tops the list at $36,976. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Education Teachers, Postsecondary earn in Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Education Teachers, Postsecondary in Minnesota is $82,760 (median $78,950), across about 950 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Education program?+
The Education program, specifically in General Education, focuses on the transmission of knowledge and skills while fostering character development. This program is designed for individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning in…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop speaking, reading comprehension, active listening, learning strategies, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Education Teachers, Postsecondary?+
The national job outlook is about +2.1% growth with around 5,600 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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