Student Counseling and Personnel Services
Master's degree · Vanderbilt University · Nashville, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the master's degree program in Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Vanderbilt University earn a median of $45,535 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 $77,250, about 170% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.
Student Counseling and Personnel Services (Master's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin | $49,357 | $49,814 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $47,236 | $18,950 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $47,104 | $37,675 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $46,032 | $39,750 |
| Carson-Newman University Jefferson City | $45,874 | — |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $45,618 | $39,554 |
| Lincoln Memorial University Harrogate | $44,596 | $32,500 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $42,655 | $37,328 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $41,871 | $41,000 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $37,904 | $34,650 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Student Counseling and Personnel Services graduates from Vanderbilt University make?
The median salary is $45,535 one year after graduation and $57,591 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $77,250.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.