Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Temple University
Doctoral Degree
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 Pennsylvania
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Pennsylvania (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temple University | — | $84,762 | — | — |
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus | $77,275 | $78,015 | — | — |
| La Salle University | $74,447 | $88,375 | — | — |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine | $71,366 | $82,038 | — | — |
| Duquesne University | $60,899 | $70,188 | — | — |
| Widener University | $59,618 | $79,577 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Pennsylvania
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Pennsylvania schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana | $11,380 | $77,275 | — |
| La Salle University Philadelphia | $35,570 | $74,447 | — |
| Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine Philadelphia | — | $71,366 | — |
| Duquesne University Pittsburgh | $47,146 | $60,899 | — |
| Widener University Chester | $53,638 | $59,618 | — |
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 Temple University, approximately 30% 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.