Median Earnings (1yr)
$44,508
32nd percentile
Sample Size
25
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of the Southwest graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of the Southwest graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 32th percentile of all mental and social health services and allied professions 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 New Mexico

Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (4 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of the Southwest$44,508$57,489
New Mexico Highlands University$50,653$53,433
New Mexico State University-Main Campus$47,495
National Median$48,165

Other Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs in New Mexico

Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools

SchoolIn-State TuitionEarnings (1yr)Debt
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas
$7,260$50,653
New Mexico State University-Main Campus
Las Cruces
$8,147$47,495

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 the Southwest, approximately 56% 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.