Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Doctoral degree · Biola University · La Mirada, CA
How this program compares
Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Biola University earn a median of $83,525 one year after completing the program. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $99,878 four years after graduating (middle half: $69,652–$126,700). Median debt is $152,555, about 183% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Doctoral degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Fuller Theological Seminary Pasadena | $88,713 | $193,914 |
| Pepperdine University Malibu | $84,954 | $193,904 |
| San Diego State University San Diego | $84,055 | — |
| University of the Pacific Stockton | $79,628 | $94,868 |
| The Chicago School at Los Angeles Los Angeles | $78,934 | $206,673 |
| California Lutheran University Thousand Oaks | $72,291 | $181,467 |
| Palo Alto University Palo Alto | $71,023 | $286,181 |
| Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego | $68,505 | $195,866 |
| The Wright Institute Berkeley | $68,231 | $225,886 |
| Fielding Graduate University Santa Barbara | $66,593 | $182,333 |
| Pacifica Graduate Institute Santa Barbara CA | $56,960 | $220,842 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology graduates from Biola University make?
The median salary is $83,525 one year after graduation and $98,460 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $152,555.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.