Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions at Long Island University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Long Island University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Long Island University graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 71th percentile of all mental and social health services and allied professions 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 New York
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in New York (37 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | $51,719 | $54,901 | — | — |
| Sarah Lawrence College | $90,987 | $90,458 | — | — |
| St. John's University-New York | $59,299 | $60,236 | — | — |
| Mercy University | $56,693 | $64,676 | — | — |
| CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice | $55,275 | $62,069 | — | — |
| Iona University | $54,049 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,165 | — | — | — |
Other Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs in New York
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New York schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Lawrence College Bronxville | $63,678 | $90,987 | — |
| St. John's University-New York Queens | $50,110 | $59,299 | — |
| Mercy University Dobbs Ferry | $22,106 | $56,693 | — |
| CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York | $7,470 | $55,275 | — |
| Iona University New Rochelle | $45,880 | $54,049 | — |
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 Long Island University, approximately 19% 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.