Psychology at Bucknell University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Bucknell University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bucknell University is in Lewisburg, PA.
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Studying Online at Bucknell University
Bucknell University delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Psychology Rankings at Bucknell University
Rankings can help you compare Bucknell University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #17 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #53 of 270 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #103 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #201 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #258 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1445 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Bucknell University
Those who finish Bucknell University’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 | $38,460 |
| 2 years | $38,289 |
| 3 years | $48,700 |
| 4 years | $50,805 |
| 5 years | $61,400 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Bucknell University earn a median of $50,805, compared with $72,362 for all Bucknell University graduates — about 30% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Bucknell University comes in at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Bucknell University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-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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