Earnings Distribution
How San Diego State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego State University | $52,062 | $63,144 | +21% |
| Fresno Pacific University | $80,307 | $94,303 | +17% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $68,850 | $91,776 | +33% |
| University of Southern California | $52,999 | $82,794 | +56% |
| California State University-East Bay | $71,142 | $81,392 | +14% |
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in California (31 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 San Diego State UniversitySan Diego | $8,290 | $52,062 | $63,144 | — | — |
 Fresno Pacific UniversityFresno | $35,558 | $80,307 | $94,303 | — | — |
 San Francisco State UniversitySan Francisco | $7,424 | $73,361 | $72,087 | — | — |
 California State University-East BayHayward | $7,055 | $71,142 | $81,392 | — | — |
 Concordia University-IrvineIrvine | $41,390 | $68,850 | $91,776 | — | — |
 University of Massachusetts GlobalAliso Viejo | $12,520 | $68,207 | — | — | — |
| National Median | — | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with student counseling and personnel services graduates
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 San Diego State University, approximately 31% 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.