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Student Counseling Schools in California

2,023 students earned Student Counseling degrees in California in the 2020-2021 year.

In terms of popularity, Student Counseling is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 14 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Student Counseling Majors in California

Student Counseling majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,978
Post-Master’s Certificate 45
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 45

Gender Distribution

In California, a student counseling major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of student counseling majors in California is as follows:

  • Asian: 8.5%
  • Black or African American: 5.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 50.0%
  • White: 24.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.9%
  • Other Races: 10.2%
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Jobs for Student Counseling Grads in California

32,400 people in the state and 285,460 in the nation are employed in jobs related to student counseling.

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Wages for Student Counseling Jobs in California

Student Counseling grads earn an average of $74,530 in the state and $60,160 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in California that offer student counseling degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

175 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
46,287 Total Students

62% of the teachers are full time. Graduates earn an average $65,748 after graduation. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $32,569.

146 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
6,983 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.27 years. This private institution charges an average net price of $28,260. In their early career, ULV grads earn an average salary of $48,057.

140 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
32,293 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 26 to 1. 48% of the teachers are full time. The average student takes 5.04 years to complete their degree at Sac State.

132 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
18,070 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 8%. The average student takes 4.76 years to complete their degree at National University. The student loan default rate is 3.70% which is lower than average.

129 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
4,071 Total Students

20 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 2.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. 100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

127 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
26,745 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. The full-time teacher rate is 45%. In their early career, Cal State LA grads earn an average salary of $42,517.

118 Degrees in Major Awarded
10,986 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $27,866. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $51,285 after earning their degree at this institution.

117 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
40,381 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 47%. It takes the average student 4.94 years to graduate. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $8,523.

112 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
25,497 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.95 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 23 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 56%.

74 Degrees in Major Awarded
65% Graduation Rate
36,208 Total Students

The 2.90% student loan default rate is lower than average. 25 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 72% of students get financical aid.

Student Counseling Careers in CA

Some of the careers student counseling majors go into include:

Job Title CA Job Growth CA Median Salary
Educational, Guidance, School, and Vocational Counselors 15% $69,510

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to student counseling.

Major Annual Graduates in CA
Teacher Education Grade Specific 7,510
General Education 7,063
Special Education 2,861
Educational Administration 2,692
Teacher Education Subject Specific 1,037
Curriculum & Instruction 614
Instructional Media Design 477
Other Education 416

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