Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Abilene Christian University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Abilene Christian University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Abilene Christian University graduates earn $53k, placing them in the 55th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology masters programs nationally.
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Texas (53 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene Christian University | $52,566 | $57,325 | — | — |
| University of Houston-Clear Lake | $62,552 | $66,402 | — | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio | $62,131 | $61,109 | — | — |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley | $61,846 | $61,618 | — | — |
| Lamar University | $61,726 | $58,380 | — | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station | $60,503 | $61,164 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Texas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Texas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Houston-Clear Lake Houston | $7,746 | $62,552 | — |
| The University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio | $8,991 | $62,131 | — |
| The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg | $9,859 | $61,846 | — |
| Lamar University Beaumont | $8,690 | $61,726 | — |
| Texas A&M University-College Station College Station | $13,099 | $60,503 | — |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Abilene Christian University, approximately 22% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.