Psychology at Amarillo College
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Amarillo College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Amarillo College is in Amarillo, TX.
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Online & Distance Learning at Amarillo College
Distance learning is available at Amarillo College. Of 9,262 students, 2,183 (24%) studied exclusively online and 3,079 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Amarillo College
Rankings can help you compare Amarillo College’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Associate-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Texas | #15 of 84 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #22 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #78 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #128 of 138 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #228 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1358 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Amarillo College
Graduates of Amarillo College’s Psychology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,461 |
| 4 years | $26,513 |
| 5 years | $29,731 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Amarillo College take home a median $26,513, compared with $46,045 for all Amarillo College graduates — about 42% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Amarillo College stands at $18,503.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Amarillo College work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Psychology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| School Psychologists | $108,275 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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