Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of Northern Colorado
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Northern Colorado graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Northern Colorado graduates earn $63k, placing them in the 20th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology doctoral 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 doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Colorado (5 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Colorado | $63,494 | $63,403 | — | — |
| University of Denver | $75,110 | $90,044 | — | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus | $56,195 | $61,024 | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Colorado
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Colorado schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Denver Denver | $59,340 | $75,110 | — |
| University of Colorado Denver/Anschutz Medical Campus Denver | $10,017 | $56,195 | — |
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 Northern Colorado, approximately 26% 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.