Student Counseling and Personnel Services at Winthrop University
Master's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Winthrop University graduates compare to all programs nationally
Winthrop University graduates earn $46k, placing them in the 21th 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 South Carolina
Student Counseling and Personnel Services masters's programs at peer institutions in South Carolina (6 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winthrop University | $45,644 | $47,552 | — | — |
| South Carolina State University | $49,959 | $52,588 | — | — |
| Clemson University | $46,503 | $47,653 | — | — |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia | $42,686 | $49,798 | — | — |
| National Median | $49,765 | — | — | — |
Other Student Counseling and Personnel Services Programs in South Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across South Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina State University Orangeburg | $11,060 | $49,959 | — |
| Clemson University Clemson | $15,554 | $46,503 | — |
| University of South Carolina-Columbia Columbia | $12,688 | $42,686 | — |
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 Winthrop University, approximately 39% 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.