General Psychology at Christopher Newport University
If you plan to study General Psychology, take a look at what Christopher Newport University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Christopher Newport University is located in Newport News, VA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 159 general psychology degrees were awarded at Christopher Newport University.
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Studying Online at Christopher Newport University
Distance learning is available at Christopher Newport University. Among 4,454 students, 0 (0%) studied exclusively online and 84 (2%) took at least some classes online.
General Psychology Rankings at Christopher Newport University
Use these rankings to compare Christopher Newport University’s General Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #6 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 293 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #20 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #70 of 1,305 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #199 of 292 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #842 of 1,295 |
Earnings for General Psychology Graduates from Christopher Newport University
Those who finish Christopher Newport University’s General Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,765 |
| 2 years | $31,133 |
| 3 years | $42,711 |
| 4 years | $48,207 |
| 5 years | $52,834 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, General Psychology graduates from Christopher Newport University report median earnings of $48,207, compared with $53,798 for all Christopher Newport University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Psychology graduates from Christopher Newport University stands at $23,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of General Psychology graduates at Christopher Newport University, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, General Psychology graduates at Christopher Newport University are 79% women (126) and 21% men (33).
General Psychology Bachelor’s Program at Christopher Newport University
Among the 159 bachelor’s general psychology graduates at Christopher Newport University, 79% were women (126) and 21% were men (33).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Psychology bachelor’s degree recipients at Christopher Newport University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 138 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 9 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Minority students account for 13% of General Psychology bachelor’s degree recipients at Christopher Newport University, lower than the national average of 46%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Psychology Concentrations at Christopher Newport University
The General Psychology program at Christopher Newport University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Psychology | 159 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Psychology Graduates
Students who finish General Psychology program at Christopher Newport University pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for General Psychology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $73,521 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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