Student Counseling and Personnel Services at University of Missouri-Columbia
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Missouri-Columbia graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Missouri-Columbia graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 60th 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 Missouri
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-Columbia | $52,024 | $53,917 | — | — |
| University of Missouri-Kansas City | $46,957 | $52,550 | — | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield | $45,995 | $44,118 | — | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University | $45,743 | — | — | — |
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $44,437 | $46,171 | — | — |
| Stephens College | $41,511 | $44,430 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-Kansas City Kansas City | $11,988 | $46,957 | — |
| Missouri State University-Springfield Springfield | $9,024 | $45,995 | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $9,496 | $45,743 | — |
| University of Missouri-St Louis Saint Louis | $13,440 | $44,437 | — |
| Stephens College Columbia | $28,200 | $41,511 | — |
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 Missouri-Columbia, 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.