Best colleges for Clinical in Washington
Ranked by graduate earnings
Eastern Washington University, Seattle Pacific University and Bastyr University award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Washington: 124, 46 and 38 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 19 Washington colleges offer Clinical and award 438 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 institution, 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 Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public · Bachelor's degree | $33,192 | 30 | 85% | — | $14,259 |
Colleges awarding the most Clinical degrees in Washington
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 | Eastern Washington University Cheney Public | 124 | Not reported |
| 2 | Seattle Pacific University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 46 | Not reported |
| 3 | Bastyr University Kenmore Private not-for-profit | 38 | Not reported |
| 4 | Seattle University Seattle Private not-for-profit | 30 | Not reported |
| 5 | University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle Public | 30 | $33,192* |
| 6 | Northwest University Kirkland Private not-for-profit | 20 | Not reported |
| 7 | Antioch University - Seattle Seattle Private not-for-profit | 14 | Not reported |
| 8 | University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma Public | 13 | Not reported |
| 9 | Gonzaga University Spokane Private not-for-profit | 9 | Not reported |
| 10 | University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell Public | 9 | $33,192* |
ShowHide the other 9 Washington colleges offering Clinical
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology (Graduate only) | Seattle | Private not-for-profit | 73 |
| Faith International University | Tacoma | Private not-for-profit | 8 |
| Central Washington University | Ellensburg | Public | 7 |
| City University of Seattle (Online) | Seattle | Private not-for-profit | 7 |
| Northwest University - Center for Online and Extended Education | Kirkland | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| Great Northern University | Spokane | Private not-for-profit | 3 |
| The Evergreen State College | Olympia | Public | 2 |
| Walla Walla University | College Place | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
| Whitman College | Walla Walla | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Washington
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Clinical programs in Washington.
Which Washington colleges award the most Clinical degrees?+
Eastern Washington University (124 graduates a year), Seattle Pacific University (46 graduates a year) and Bastyr University (38 graduates a year) award the most Clinical degrees and certificates in Washington, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 19 Washington colleges offer Clinical.
Which Clinical program in Washington has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of Washington-Seattle Campus tops the list at $33,192. 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 Washington?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Washington is $137,530 (median $115,240), across about 1,270 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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