Median Earnings (1yr)
$39,682
5th percentile (40th in MS)
Sample Size
30
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How Delta State University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Delta State University graduates earn $40k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Delta State University$39,682
Mississippi College$58,441$46,889
University of Mississippi$47,230
Mississippi State University$42,004$41,715
Jackson State University$41,882$42,491
National Median$49,765

Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Mississippi

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Mississippi schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
Mississippi College
Clinton
$21,698$58,441
University of Mississippi
University
$9,412$47,230
Mississippi State University
Mississippi State
$9,815$42,004
Jackson State University
Jackson
$9,090$41,882

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 Delta State 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.