Best colleges for Clinical in Ohio
Ranked by graduate earnings
University of Cincinnati, Kent State University at Kent and Wright State University award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Ohio: 273, 69 and 69 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 23 Ohio colleges offer Clinical and award 816 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 3 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 | University of Cincinnati Cincinnati Public · Graduate degree | $61,980 | 273 | 75% | — | $19,000 |
| 2 | Tiffin University Tiffin Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $38,989 | 49 | 40% | $24,126 | $27,000 |
| 3 | Franklin University Columbus Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree Online | $39,387 | 40 | 11% | $22,280 | $35,500 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical degrees in Ohio
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 | University of Cincinnati Cincinnati Public | 273 | $61,980 |
| 2 | Kent State University at Kent Kent Public | 69 | Not reported |
| 3 | Wright State University Dayton Public | 69 | Not reported |
| 4 | Tiffin University Tiffin Private not-for-profit | 49 | $38,989 |
| 5 | University of Dayton Dayton Private not-for-profit | 48 | Not reported |
| 6 | University of Toledo Toledo Public | 47 | Not reported |
| 7 | Franciscan University of Steubenville Steubenville Private not-for-profit | 33 | Not reported |
| 8 | Ashland University Ashland Private not-for-profit | 30 | Not reported |
| 9 | Miami University - Oxford Oxford Public | 25 | Not reported |
| 10 | Youngstown State University Youngstown Public | 22 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 13 Ohio colleges offering Clinical
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin University (Online) | Columbus | Private not-for-profit | 40 |
| Ohio University | Athens | Public | 16 |
| Xavier University | Cincinnati | Private not-for-profit | 16 |
| Bowling Green State University | Bowling Green | Public | 14 |
| Winebrenner Theological Seminary (Graduate only) | Findlay | Private not-for-profit | 14 |
| University of Akron Main Campus | Akron | Public | 13 |
| Cleveland State University | Cleveland | Public | 12 |
| The University of Findlay | Findlay | Private not-for-profit | 10 |
| Sinclair Community College | Dayton | Public | 5 |
| Case Western Reserve University | Cleveland | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| John Carroll University | University Heights | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Malone University | Canton | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Ohio State University | Columbus | Public | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Ohio
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical programs in Ohio.
Which Ohio colleges award the most Clinical degrees?+
University of Cincinnati (273 graduates a year), Kent State University at Kent (69 graduates a year) and Wright State University (69 graduates a year) award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Ohio, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 23 Ohio colleges offer Clinical.
Which Clinical program in Ohio has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Cincinnati tops the list at $61,980. 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 Ohio?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Ohio is $103,950 (median $101,190), across about 2,080 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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