Student Counseling and Personnel Services at American Public University System
Master's Degree
apus.eduEarnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Public University System | — | $50,550 | — |
| Fresno Pacific University | $80,307 | $94,303 | +17% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $68,850 | $91,776 | +33% |
| West Virginia University | $50,543 | $47,735 | -6% |
| Marshall University | $47,527 | $47,543 | +0% |
Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (4 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 American Public University SystemCharles Town | $8,400 | $49,765* | $50,550 | — | — |
 West Virginia UniversityMorgantown | $9,648 | $50,543* | $47,735 | — | — |
 Marshall UniversityHuntington | $8,942 | $47,527* | $47,543 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $49,765* | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with student counseling and personnel services graduates
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 American Public University System, approximately 25% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the national median of 292 similar programs. Actual outcomes may vary.