Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Southern Connecticut State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Southern Connecticut State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Southern Connecticut State University graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 73th 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 Connecticut
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Connecticut State University | $55,177 | $54,623 | — | — |
| Fairfield University | $62,451 | $58,503 | — | — |
| University of Saint Joseph | $58,200 | $52,486 | — | — |
| University of Bridgeport | $52,549 | $63,048 | — | — |
| Western Connecticut State University | $50,635 | $60,010 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield University Fairfield | $56,360 | $62,451 | — |
| University of Saint Joseph West Hartford | $45,908 | $58,200 | — |
| University of Bridgeport Bridgeport | $35,760 | $52,549 | — |
| Western Connecticut State University Danbury | $12,763 | $50,635 | — |
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 Southern Connecticut State University, approximately 37% 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.