Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Buena Vista University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Buena Vista University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Buena Vista University graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 47th 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 Iowa
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University | $49,397 | $53,060 | — | — |
| Drake University | $54,800 | $53,930 | — | — |
| University of Iowa | $48,327 | $51,749 | — | — |
| University of Northern Iowa | $46,566 | $47,992 | — | — |
| Loras College | $44,795 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Iowa
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Iowa schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake University Des Moines | $49,944 | $54,800 | — |
| University of Iowa Iowa City | $10,964 | $48,327 | — |
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $9,728 | $46,566 | — |
| Loras College Dubuque | $38,298 | $44,795 | — |
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 Buena Vista University, approximately 43% 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.