Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Central Connecticut State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Central Connecticut State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Central Connecticut State University graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 62th 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 Connecticut
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Connecticut State University | $54,398 | $54,048 | — | — |
| University of New Haven | $62,342 | $66,669 | — | — |
| Western Connecticut State University | $59,556 | — | — | — |
| University of Saint Joseph | $56,452 | $66,648 | — | — |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford | $55,022 | $59,843 | — | — |
| University of Connecticut | $55,022 | $59,843 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Haven West Haven | $45,730 | $62,342 | — |
| Western Connecticut State University Danbury | $12,763 | $59,556 | — |
| University of Saint Joseph West Hartford | $45,908 | $56,452 | — |
| University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford | $17,472 | $55,022 | — |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $20,366 | $55,022 | — |
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 Central Connecticut State University, approximately 35% 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.