Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Master's degree · Western Carolina University · Cullowhee, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Western Carolina University earn a median of $40,079 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $60,111 four years after graduating (middle half: $48,192–$74,890). Median debt is $41,000, about 102% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Student Counseling and Personnel Services (Master's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $50,118 | $43,000 |
| Salem College Winston-Salem | $49,734 | $51,305 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $48,566 | $31,460 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $47,800 | $31,791 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $47,641 | $41,000 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $47,601 | $41,000 |
| North Carolina Central University Durham | $47,538 | $80,750 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $47,460 | $59,448 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $46,878 | $27,879 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $45,525 | $57,500 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $45,173 | $76,591 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Student Counseling and Personnel Services graduates from Western Carolina University make?
The median salary is $40,079 one year after graduation and $54,018 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $41,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.