Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Loyola University Chicago
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Loyola University Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
Loyola University Chicago graduates earn $72k, placing them in the 46th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology doctoral 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 Illinois
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loyola University Chicago | $71,820 | $92,872 | — | — |
| The Chicago School at Chicago | $78,934 | $85,946 | — | — |
| Adler University | $78,714 | $88,251 | — | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $77,332 | — | — | — |
| Roosevelt University | $70,211 | — | — | — |
| National Louis University | $66,830 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School at Chicago Chicago | $20,844 | $78,934 | — |
| Adler University Chicago | — | $78,714 | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove | — | $77,332 | — |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $70,211 | — |
| National Louis University Chicago | $12,345 | $66,830 | — |
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 Loyola University Chicago, approximately 23% 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.