Psychology at Amherst College
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at Amherst College. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Amherst College is in Amherst, MA.
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Studying Online at Amherst College
Amherst College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Psychology Rankings at Amherst College
Use these rankings to compare Amherst College’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #8 of 54 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #9 of 52 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #10 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #18 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #139 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #623 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Amherst College
Graduates of Amherst College’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $41,688 |
| 2 years | $46,087 |
| 5 years | $129,705 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Amherst College stands at $10,800.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Amherst College pursue many career paths. 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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