Based on U.S. Department of Education data (October 2025 release).
Earnings Distribution
How West Virginia University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | $50,543 | $47,735 | -6% |
| Fresno Pacific University | $80,307 | $94,303 | +17% |
| Concordia University-Irvine | $68,850 | $91,776 | +33% |
| University of Southern California | $52,999 | $82,794 | +56% |
| Marshall University | $47,527 | $47,543 | +0% |
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 West Virginia UniversityMorgantown | $9,648 | $50,543 | $47,735 | — | — |
 Marshall UniversityHuntington | $8,942 | $47,527 | $47,543 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $49,765 | — | — | — |
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Occupations commonly associated with student counseling and personnel services graduates
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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 West Virginia University, approximately 20% 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.