Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Northwest University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwest University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwest University graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 73th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology 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 Washington
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Washington (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest University | $57,369 | $45,709 | — | — |
| Seattle University | $81,366 | — | — | — |
| Eastern Washington University | $70,143 | $64,032 | — | — |
| Seattle Pacific University | $67,399 | $89,232 | — | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $58,061 | — | — | — |
| City University of Seattle | $55,133 | $57,754 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle University Seattle | $54,285 | $81,366 | — |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $8,353 | $70,143 | — |
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $38,814 | $67,399 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $58,061 | — |
| City University of Seattle Seattle | $14,589 | $55,133 | — |
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 Northwest University, 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.