Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at University of Wisconsin-Madison
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Wisconsin-Madison graduates earn $56k, placing them in the 66th 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 Wisconsin
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (14 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Madison | $55,617 | $60,214 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Stout | $62,190 | $58,029 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse | $61,488 | $60,893 | — | — |
| Alverno College | $54,165 | $51,866 | — | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee | $54,074 | $45,942 | — | — |
| Ottawa University-Milwaukee | $52,174 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $51,374 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Stout Menomonie | $10,142 | $62,190 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-La Crosse La Crosse | $9,651 | $61,488 | — |
| Alverno College Milwaukee | $32,794 | $54,165 | — |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $10,020 | $54,074 | — |
| Ottawa University-Milwaukee Brookfield | — | $52,174 | — |
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 Wisconsin-Madison, approximately 15% 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.