Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates compare to all programs nationally
Northwestern State University of Louisiana graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 17th 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 Louisiana
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Louisiana (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern State University of Louisiana | $44,984 | $45,414 | — | — |
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College | $46,120 | — | — | — |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe | $45,608 | — | — | — |
| Southeastern Louisiana University | $44,961 | $45,118 | — | — |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette | $42,915 | $43,322 | — | — |
| Louisiana Tech University | $42,180 | $47,971 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Louisiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Louisiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Baton Rouge | $11,954 | $46,120 | — |
| University of Louisiana at Monroe Monroe | $9,190 | $45,608 | — |
| Southeastern Louisiana University Hammond | $8,373 | $44,961 | — |
| University of Louisiana at Lafayette Lafayette | $10,418 | $42,915 | — |
| Louisiana Tech University Ruston | $10,125 | $42,180 | — |
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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana, approximately 35% 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.