Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at California State University-Northridge
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How California State University-Northridge graduates compare to all programs nationally
California State University-Northridge graduates earn $82k, placing them in the 95th 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 California
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in California (63 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California State University-Northridge | $81,871 | $79,258 | — | — |
| Chapman University | $90,639 | — | — | — |
| Loyola Marymount University | $84,853 | $89,243 | — | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay | $84,012 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Long Beach | $81,000 | $89,870 | — | — |
| Alliant International University-San Diego | $77,101 | $77,023 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $90,639 | — |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $58,974 | $84,853 | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $7,437 | $84,012 | — |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $81,000 | — |
| Alliant International University-San Diego San Diego | $13,918 | $77,101 | — |
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 California State University-Northridge, approximately 56% 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.