Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Grand Valley State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Grand Valley State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Grand Valley State University graduates earn $54k, placing them in the 61th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Valley State University | $54,320 | — | — | — |
| Northern Michigan University | $66,003 | — | — | — |
| Western Michigan University | $61,846 | $52,376 | — | — |
| Wayne State University | $58,918 | $69,599 | — | — |
| University of Detroit Mercy | $54,597 | $58,978 | — | — |
| Eastern Michigan University | $48,912 | $53,621 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Michigan
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Michigan schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $13,304 | $66,003 | — |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $15,298 | $61,846 | — |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $14,297 | $58,918 | — |
| University of Detroit Mercy Detroit | $32,300 | $54,597 | — |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $15,510 | $48,912 | — |
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 Grand Valley State University, approximately 26% 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.