Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Wayne State College

Wayne State College's Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program produces graduates earning $35,028 in their first year—positioning it right in the middle nationally (52nd percentile) and slightly above the Nebraska median (60th percentile). While these numbers might seem modest in absolute terms, they're actually typical for bachelor's-level psychology graduates who often pursue entry-level human services positions or use the degree as a stepping stone to graduate school.

The debt picture tells a more favorable story. At $23,659, graduates leave with about $3,300 less debt than the national median for this program and roughly $600 less than Nebraska's median. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.68 means graduates owe about eight months of their first-year salary—manageable territory that should allow for reasonable repayment while covering living expenses. However, it's worth noting that this program sits in the 75th percentile nationally for debt, meaning a quarter of similar programs saddle students with even more.

For families considering this degree, the key question is post-graduation plans. If your child intends to work immediately after graduation, this program offers solid value with below-average debt and earnings that support themselves. If graduate school is the goal—common for aspiring clinical psychologists or counselors—the relatively modest debt load makes this a sensible foundation that won't create crushing financial pressure during additional years of education.