Student Counseling and Personnel Services at University of the Southwest
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of the Southwest graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of the Southwest graduates earn $55k, placing them in the 72th 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 New Mexico
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in New Mexico (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of the Southwest | $54,966 | $53,738 | — | — |
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus | $49,015 | — | — | — |
| New Mexico Highlands University | $48,494 | $48,838 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in New Mexico
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across New Mexico schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of New Mexico-Main Campus Albuquerque | $8,115 | $49,015 | — |
| New Mexico Highlands University Las Vegas | $7,260 | $48,494 | — |
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.