undergraduate
Counseling psychology
Best schools with counseling psychology
What is a counseling psychology major?
A path of study that prepares students for the independent professional practice of psychological counseling, involving the rendering of therapeutic services to individuals and groups experiencing psychological problems and exhibiting distress symptoms. Course topics include counseling theory, therapeutic intervention strategies, patient/counselor relationships, testing and assessment methods and procedures, group therapy, marital and family therapy, child and adolescent therapy, supervised counseling practice, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.
How much do counseling psychology majors make?
median average salary
$55,000/yr
The national average salary for counseling psychology graduates in the United States is $55,000 per year. Those in the top 10 percent make over $110,000 a year, while the bottom 10 percent make under $22,100 a year. While salary ranges can vary by role, industry, and location, counseling psychology graduates typically make between $36,000 and $75,000 per year.
How popular is counseling psychology as a major?
Each year, around 510 students obtain a bachelor’s degree and fewer than 5 students obtain an associate degree in counseling psychology. In 2021, 436 students received a bachelor's degree and fewer than 5 students received an associate degree. This is 5% fewer counseling psychology majors than there were in 2020. Counseling psychology is a relatively popular major compared to other psychology majors.
