Student Counseling and Personnel Services at University of Georgia
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Georgia graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Georgia graduates earn $47k, placing them in the 28th 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 Georgia
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (11 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia | $46,797 | $54,597 | — | — |
| Valdosta State University | $67,508 | — | — | — |
| Mercer University | $52,203 | — | — | — |
| Georgia State University | $45,819 | $52,547 | — | — |
| University of West Georgia | $45,505 | $48,020 | — | — |
| Augusta University | $44,303 | $48,214 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valdosta State University Valdosta | $6,007 | $67,508 | — |
| Mercer University Macon | $40,890 | $52,203 | — |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $8,478 | $45,819 | — |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $45,505 | — |
| Augusta University Augusta | $8,122 | $44,303 | — |
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 Georgia, approximately 17% 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.