District of Columbia · Clinical

Best Clinical institutions in District of Columbia, ranked by earnings

The Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program focuses on understanding and addressing psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. It is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in various areas of psychology,…

Institutions
7
offering CIP 42.28
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
247
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$29,789
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
67%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
BLS OEWS 2024

7 institutions offering Clinical in District of Columbia

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1The Chicago School at Washington DC
Washington Private not-for-profit
111
2George Washington University
Washington Private not-for-profit
9884%$29,789
3Howard University
Washington Private not-for-profit
1470%$48,194
4Trinity Washington University
Washington Private not-for-profit
1149%$14,841
5Gallaudet University
Washington Private not-for-profit
647%$14,382
6The Catholic University of America
Washington Private not-for-profit
579%$27,724
7American University
Washington Private not-for-profit
275%$30,225

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+11.2%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~4,800
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$95,830
typically Doctoral or professional degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingActive Learning

What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in District of Columbia

Jobs in District of Columbia
260
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
annual
Best-paying metro
$118,760
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Clinical programs in District of Columbia.

What is the focus of the Clinical program?+

The Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology program focuses on understanding and addressing psychological, emotional, and behavioral issues. It is designed for students interested in pursuing careers in various areas of psychology,…

What skills will I develop in this program?+

You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, writing, and related professional skills.

What is the job outlook for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?+

The national job outlook is about +11.2% growth with around 4,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).

What is the typical education requirement?+

A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).

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