Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Winona State University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Winona State University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Winona State University graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 49th percentile of all student counseling and personnel services 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 Minnesota
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (7 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winona State University | $49,673 | $52,883 | — | — |
| Walden University | $51,399 | — | — | — |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $48,510 | $51,773 | — | — |
| Saint Cloud State University | $48,473 | $46,395 | — | — |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $46,740 | $51,244 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walden University Minneapolis | $12,498 | $51,399 | — |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $10,336 | $48,510 | — |
| Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud | $10,117 | $48,473 | — |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $46,740 | — |
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 Winona State University, approximately 23% 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.