Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Arkansas State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Arkansas State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Arkansas State University graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 21th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services 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 Arkansas
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas State University | $45,639 | $45,677 | — | — |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock | $48,567 | $51,013 | — | — |
| University of Central Arkansas | $47,217 | $47,209 | — | — |
| Harding University | $47,027 | $49,969 | — | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | $45,997 | — | — | — |
| University of Arkansas | $45,925 | $52,459 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $8,455 | $48,567 | — |
| University of Central Arkansas Conway | $10,118 | $47,217 | — |
| Harding University Searcy | $24,888 | $47,027 | — |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $9,820 | $45,997 | — |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $9,748 | $45,925 | — |
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 Arkansas State University, approximately 37% 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.