Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce graduates compare to all programs nationally
Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce graduates earn $30k, placing them in the 5th 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 Puerto Rico
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Puerto Rico (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce | $29,708 | $28,679 | — | — |
| Albizu University-San Juan | $64,380 | $74,588 | — | — |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo | $29,708 | $28,679 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Puerto Rico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Puerto Rico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albizu University-San Juan San Juan | $7,797 | $64,380 | — |
| Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Arecibo Arecibo | $6,238 | $29,708 | — |
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 Pontifical Catholic University of Puerto Rico-Ponce, approximately 81% 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.