Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of Denver
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Denver graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Denver graduates earn $48k, placing them in the 35th 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 Colorado
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (10 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver | $48,123 | $53,850 | — | — |
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins | $67,559 | — | — | — |
| University of Northern Colorado | $50,573 | $52,702 | — | — |
| Regis University | $49,365 | $48,706 | — | — |
| Adams State University | $49,131 | $51,714 | — | — |
| Colorado Christian University | $44,948 | $47,661 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado State University-Fort Collins Fort Collins | $12,896 | $67,559 | — |
| University of Northern Colorado Greeley | $12,010 | $50,573 | — |
| Regis University Denver | $43,980 | $49,365 | — |
| Adams State University Alamosa | $9,776 | $49,131 | — |
| Colorado Christian University Lakewood | $39,266 | $44,948 | — |
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 University of Denver, approximately 15% 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.