Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of San Diego
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of San Diego graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of San Diego graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 54th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology masters programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in California (63 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of San Diego | $52,463 | — | — | — |
| Chapman University | $90,639 | — | — | — |
| Loyola Marymount University | $84,853 | $89,243 | — | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay | $84,012 | — | — | — |
| California State University-Northridge | $81,871 | $79,258 | — | — |
| California State University-Long Beach | $81,000 | $89,870 | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapman University Orange | $62,784 | $90,639 | — |
| Loyola Marymount University Los Angeles | $58,974 | $84,853 | — |
| California State University-Monterey Bay Seaside | $7,437 | $84,012 | — |
| California State University-Northridge Northridge | $7,095 | $81,871 | — |
| California State University-Long Beach Long Beach | $7,008 | $81,000 | — |
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 San Diego, approximately 19% 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.