Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology at Wheaton College
Doctoral Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Wheaton College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Wheaton College graduates earn $65k, placing them in the 24th percentile of all clinical, counseling and applied psychology doctoral programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Illinois
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (16 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton College | $65,409 | — | — | — |
| The Chicago School at Chicago | $78,934 | $85,946 | — | — |
| Adler University | $78,714 | $88,251 | — | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove | $77,332 | — | — | — |
| Loyola University Chicago | $71,820 | $92,872 | — | — |
| Roosevelt University | $70,211 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $72,775 | — | — | — |
Other Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chicago School at Chicago Chicago | $20,844 | $78,934 | — |
| Adler University Chicago | — | $78,714 | — |
| Midwestern University-Downers Grove Downers Grove | — | $77,332 | — |
| Loyola University Chicago Chicago | $51,716 | $71,820 | — |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $70,211 | — |
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 Wheaton College, 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.