Earnings Distribution
How Buena Vista University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buena Vista University | $49,397 | $53,060 | +7% |
| Fresno Pacific University | $80,307 | $94,303 | +17% |
| Drake University | $54,800 | $53,930 | -2% |
| University of Iowa | $48,327 | $51,749 | +7% |
| University of Northern Iowa | $46,566 | $47,992 | +3% |
Compare to Similar Programs in Iowa
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Iowa (5 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Buena Vista UniversityStorm Lake | $40,190 | $49,397 | $53,060 | — | — |
 Drake UniversityDes Moines | $49,944 | $54,800 | $53,930 | — | — |
 University of IowaIowa City | $10,964 | $48,327 | $51,749 | — | — |
 University of Northern IowaCedar Falls | $9,728 | $46,566 | $47,992 | — | — |
 Loras CollegeDubuque | $38,298 | $44,795 | — | — | — |
| 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 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.