Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions at Wheaton College
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Wheaton College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Wheaton College graduates earn $44k, placing them in the 28th percentile of all mental and social health services and allied professions 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 Illinois
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions masters's programs at peer institutions in Illinois (15 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheaton College | $43,719 | $41,719 | — | — |
| Northwestern University | $67,518 | $70,129 | — | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University | $50,825 | — | — | — |
| Bradley University | $50,358 | — | — | — |
| Roosevelt University | $47,220 | $53,073 | — | — |
| Adler University | $46,028 | — | — | — |
| National Median | $48,165 | — | — | — |
Other Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions Programs in Illinois
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Illinois schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern University Evanston | $65,997 | $67,518 | — |
| Northeastern Illinois University Chicago | $12,383 | $50,825 | — |
| Bradley University Peoria | $39,680 | $50,358 | — |
| Roosevelt University Chicago | $20,280 | $47,220 | — |
| Adler University Chicago | — | $46,028 | — |
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.