Do school counselors make good money?

For example, a school counselor working at an elite school in New York City will typically earn a salary in the higher end of the spectrum, typically around $75,000 in a year, while the same school counselor working in New York City would only make $65,000 a year at a public school.

Additionally, the level of experience also has a significant impact on the salary of a school counselor. Entry-level school counselors who are entering into their first year of work will often be paid significantly less than those who have many years of experience in the role.

This is especially true if the school counselor has been at the same school for a number of years.

Finally, the level of education also impacts salaries for school counselors. However, this tends to have a minimal impact on salary because the minimum educational requirement for school counselors is typically a master's degree.

The master's degree usually consists of coursework in developmental theory, learning theory, social justice theory, multiculturalism, career development, and group and individual counseling.

A master's degree is not necessarily required for educational college counselors, although some employers prefer it. College counselors who provide psychological services are required to have an advanced degree, such as a master's degree or PhD.