# Psychology (Clinical / Counseling) (bachelor's degree)

CIP 42.28. Page: https://educationguide.com/degrees/psychology-clinical-counseling

## Earnings
- Graduates 4 years after finishing: median $52,771 across 59 colleges (middle half $46,512–$60,589); median federal debt $27,000
- All workers ages 25-34 with a bachelor's in Miscellaneous Psychology: median $53,067 (all bachelor's $62,049; high school $35,638; Census ACS 2020-2024)

## Jobs graduates hold (ages 25-34)
| Job | Share | U.S. median wage | Growth 2025-35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Workers, All Other | 4% | $71,900 | 2.3% |
| Other Managers | 3% | not reported | — |
| Registered Nurses | 3% | $97,550 | 5.6% |
| Elementary And Middle School Teachers | 3% | $64,170 | -0.4% |
| Preschool And Kindergarten Teachers | 3% | $43,780 | 3.7% |
| Food Service Managers | 3% | $69,390 | 5.8% |
| Accountants And Auditors | 2% | $83,680 | 5% |
| Secretaries And Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, And Executive | 2% | $47,540 | -6% |

## By state
| State | Graduates 4 yrs (colleges) | Ages 25-34 (respondents) |
|---|---|---|
| CA | $59,531 (6) | — |
| GA | $40,621 (3) | — |
| IN | $54,118 (4) | — |
| MA | $57,190 (4) | — |
| NY | $58,501 (7) | — |
| PA | $55,928 (6) | — |

## Top colleges by graduate earnings (published states)
1. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Daytona Beach (FL): $82,023
2. Azusa Pacific University (CA): $66,411
3. California State University-San Bernardino (CA): $63,062
4. University of California-San Diego (CA): $56,000
5. Florida Institute of Technology (FL): $55,282
6. Mount Saint Mary's University (CA): $52,940
7. California State University-Los Angeles (CA): $46,060

Method: https://educationguide.com/how-we-score#degrees

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