Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology

Master's degree · University of Wisconsin-Madison · Madison, WI

CIP 42.28

$55,617Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$71,120Median earnings 4 years after
$63,458Median earnings 5 years after
$25,900Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of Wisconsin-Madison earn a median of $55,617 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 $25,900, about 47% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology (Master's degree) at other Wisconsin schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Menomonie
$62,190$31,805
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
La Crosse
$61,488$20,272
Alverno College
Milwaukee
$54,165$50,549
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Milwaukee
$54,074$41,000
Ottawa University-Milwaukee
Brookfield
$52,174$62,936
Concordia University-Wisconsin
Mequon
$50,801$45,945
Mount Mary University
Milwaukee
$47,456$51,247

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology graduates from University of Wisconsin-Madison make?

The median salary is $55,617 one year after graduation and $63,458 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $25,900.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.