Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Saint Mary's University of Minnesota graduates compare to all programs nationally
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 66th 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 Minnesota
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Mary's University of Minnesota | $55,465 | $57,546 | — | — |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $73,323 | — | — | — |
| Saint Cloud State University | $57,888 | $64,211 | — | — |
| University of St Thomas | $52,793 | $54,942 | — | — |
| Capella University | $52,074 | $55,556 | — | — |
| Adler Graduate School | $51,365 | $50,313 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $73,323 | — |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $10,117 | $57,888 | — |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $52,284 | $52,793 | — |
| Capella University Minneapolis | $14,436 | $52,074 | — |
| Adler Graduate School Minnetonka | — | $51,365 | — |
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 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, approximately 22% 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.