Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at The Chicago School at Los Angeles
Graduate/Professional Certificate
Earnings Distribution
How The Chicago School at Los Angeles graduates compare to all programs nationally
The Chicago School at Los Angeles graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology grad-cert 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 California
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology grad-cert's programs at peer institutions in California (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School at Los Angeles | $58,181 | $59,326 | — | — |
| Fielding Graduate University | $52,426 | $68,883 | — | — |
| National Median | $58,181 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fielding Graduate University Santa Barbara | — | $52,426 | — |
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 Los Angeles, approximately 61% 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.