Best colleges for Clinical in Minnesota
Ranked by graduate earnings
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, University of St Thomas and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Minnesota: 162, 95 and 73 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 14 Minnesota colleges offer Clinical and award 3,053 degrees and certificates a year in all.
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,…
Top 2 institutions, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public · Bachelor's degree | $42,406 | 54 | 40% | — | $24,948 |
| 2 | Augsburg University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $31,211 | 23 | 52% | $23,585 | $29,625 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical degrees in Minnesota
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Winona Private not-for-profit | 162 | Not reported |
| 2 | University of St Thomas Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 95 | Not reported |
| 3 | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis Public | 73 | Not reported |
| 4 | Crown College Saint Bonifacius Private not-for-profit | 62 | Not reported |
| 5 | Saint Cloud State University Saint Cloud Public | 54 | $42,406 |
| 6 | Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead Public | 31 | Not reported |
| 7 | Augsburg University Minneapolis Private not-for-profit | 23 | $31,211 |
| 8 | Minnesota State University - Mankato Mankato Public | 23 | Not reported |
| 9 | Minnesota North College Hibbing Public | 8 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Northwestern-St Paul Saint Paul Private not-for-profit | 4 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 4 Minnesota colleges offering Clinical
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capella University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 2,067 |
| Walden University (Online) | Minneapolis | Private for-profit | 443 |
| Oak Hills Christian College | Bemidji | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Southwest Minnesota State University | Marshall | Public | 4 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Minnesota
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical programs in Minnesota.
Which Minnesota colleges award the most Clinical degrees?+
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota (162 graduates a year), University of St Thomas (95 graduates a year) and University of Minnesota-Twin Cities (73 graduates a year) award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Minnesota, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 14 Minnesota colleges offer Clinical.
Which Clinical program in Minnesota has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Saint Cloud State University tops the list at $42,406. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Minnesota?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Minnesota is $110,480 (median $107,030), across about 1,290 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
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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