Student Counseling and Personnel Services at The College of New Jersey
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The College of New Jersey graduates compare to all programs nationally
The College of New Jersey graduates earn $58k, placing them in the 84th 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 New Jersey
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in New Jersey (12 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of New Jersey | $57,999 | $54,653 | — | — |
| William Paterson University of New Jersey | $60,928 | $56,177 | — | — |
| Seton Hall University | $58,844 | $59,340 | — | — |
| Rider University | $57,536 | — | — | — |
| Monmouth University | $57,322 | $58,621 | — | — |
| Kean University | $55,811 | $57,150 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in New Jersey
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Jersey schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| William Paterson University of New Jersey Wayne | $15,150 | $60,928 | — |
| Seton Hall University South Orange | $51,370 | $58,844 | — |
| Rider University Lawrenceville | $38,900 | $57,536 | — |
| Monmouth University West Long Branch | $44,850 | $57,322 | — |
| Kean University Union | $13,426 | $55,811 | — |
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 College of New Jersey, approximately 20% 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.