Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's degree · Boston University · Boston, MA
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Boston University earn a median of $51,951 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 $80,000, about 154% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's degree) at other Massachusetts schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Regis College Weston | $72,803 | $41,000 |
| Cambridge College Boston | $70,068 | $26,500 |
| Simmons University Boston | $68,173 | $50,276 |
| Western New England University Springfield | $66,796 | — |
| Bay Path University Longmeadow | $65,008 | $38,712 |
| Tufts University Medford | $61,554 | $62,900 |
| William James College Newton | $60,358 | $64,360 |
| Northeastern University Professional Programs Boston | $59,352 | $41,000 |
| Northeastern University Boston | $59,352 | $41,000 |
| Salem State University Salem | $56,644 | $32,512 |
| Framingham State University Framingham | $55,930 | — |
| Assumption University Worcester | $55,661 | $43,569 |
| Westfield State University Westfield | $54,545 | $36,914 |
| American International College Springfield | $51,772 | $51,388 |
| University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth North Dartmouth | $49,919 | $53,580 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology graduates from Boston University make?
The median salary is $51,951 one year after graduation and $69,841 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $80,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.