Student Counseling and Personnel Services at The University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How The University of Tennessee-Knoxville graduates compare to all programs nationally
The University of Tennessee-Knoxville graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 32th 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 Tennessee
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Tennessee (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville | $47,236 | $46,590 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Martin | $49,357 | $47,392 | — | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga | $47,104 | $43,472 | — | — |
| Middle Tennessee State University | $46,032 | $46,510 | — | — |
| Carson-Newman University | $45,874 | — | — | — |
| University of Memphis | $45,618 | $50,328 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Tennessee
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Tennessee schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Martin Martin | $10,208 | $49,357 | — |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $10,144 | $47,104 | — |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $9,506 | $46,032 | — |
| Carson-Newman University Jefferson City | $34,700 | $45,874 | — |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $10,344 | $45,618 | — |
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 The University of Tennessee-Knoxville, approximately 21% 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.