Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of Missouri-St Louis
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Missouri-St Louis graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Missouri-St Louis graduates earn $57k, placing them in the 71th 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 Missouri
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Missouri-St Louis | $56,723 | $50,604 | — | — |
| Southeast Missouri State University | $57,595 | — | — | — |
| Avila University | $56,895 | $47,390 | — | — |
| Evangel University | $50,113 | $40,918 | — | — |
| University of Central Missouri | $49,762 | — | — | — |
| Webster University | $42,026 | $44,457 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Missouri
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Missouri schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Missouri State University Cape Girardeau | $9,496 | $57,595 | — |
| Avila University Kansas City | $38,672 | $56,895 | — |
| Evangel University Springfield | $27,192 | $50,113 | — |
| University of Central Missouri Warrensburg | $9,739 | $49,762 | — |
| Webster University Saint Louis | $30,730 | $42,026 | — |
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-St Louis, approximately 18% 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.