Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at The Chicago School at Washington DC
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The Chicago School at Washington DC graduates compare to all programs nationally
The Chicago School at Washington DC graduates earn $79k, placing them in the 67th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology doctoral 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 District of Columbia
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in District of Columbia (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School at Washington DC | $78,934 | $85,946 | — | — |
| George Washington University | $85,020 | $80,268 | — | — |
| Howard University | $65,156 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in District of Columbia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across District of Columbia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Washington University Washington | $64,990 | $85,020 | — |
| Howard University Washington | $33,344 | $65,156 | — |
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). 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.