Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at The Chicago School at Chicago
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The Chicago School at Chicago graduates compare to all programs nationally
The Chicago School at Chicago graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 73th 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 Illinois
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (32 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School at Chicago | $57,435 | $62,134 | — | — |
| Elmhurst University | $72,270 | $69,730 | — | — |
| Aurora University | $64,532 | $71,609 | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $63,118 | $61,450 | — | — |
| North Park University | $55,960 | — | — | — |
| Eastern Illinois University | $55,825 | $56,509 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmhurst University Elmhurst | $41,628 | $72,270 | — |
| Aurora University Aurora | $28,220 | $64,532 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $63,118 | — |
| North Park University Chicago | $35,325 | $55,960 | — |
| Eastern Illinois University Charleston | $13,403 | $55,825 | — |
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 The Chicago School at Chicago, approximately 47% 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.