Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's degree · Northwestern University · Evanston, IL
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Northwestern University earn a median of $43,591 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,184 four years after graduating (middle half: $47,881–$83,770). Median debt is $153,657, about 352% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's degree) at other Illinois schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $72,270 | $30,520 |
| Aurora University Aurora | $64,532 | $27,588 |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $63,118 | $59,490 |
| The Chicago School at Chicago Chicago | $57,435 | $82,748 |
| North Park University Chicago | $55,960 | $32,780 |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $55,825 | $20,226 |
| Governors State University University Park | $52,581 | $47,477 |
| Benedictine University Lisle | $52,276 | $66,788 |
| Concordia University-Chicago River Forest | $51,374 | $53,872 |
| Adler University Chicago | $50,620 | $84,281 |
| University of Illinois Springfield Springfield | $48,357 | $46,366 |
| National Louis University Chicago | $48,351 | $45,757 |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $48,070 | $55,400 |
| Wheaton College Wheaton | $46,778 | $40,125 |
| Judson University Elgin | $45,486 | $50,877 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology graduates from Northwestern University make?
The median salary is $43,591 one year after graduation and $56,897 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $153,657.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.