Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Lehigh University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Lehigh University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Lehigh University graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 14th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services 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 Pennsylvania
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lehigh University | $44,468 | $48,589 | — | — |
| Gwynedd Mercy University | $53,555 | — | — | — |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania | $51,775 | $50,821 | — | — |
| Duquesne University | $50,662 | $46,955 | — | — |
| Villanova University | $49,796 | $62,071 | — | — |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania | $49,144 | $45,535 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gwynedd Mercy University Gwynedd Valley | $38,310 | $53,555 | — |
| Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Kutztown | $11,230 | $51,775 | — |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $47,146 | $50,662 | — |
| Villanova University Villanova | $64,701 | $49,796 | — |
| Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania Shippensburg | $13,544 | $49,144 | — |
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 Lehigh University, approximately 18% 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.