Psychology at Elon University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Elon University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Elon University is in Elon, NC.
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Online Class Availability at Elon University
Elon University delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Psychology Rankings at Elon University
Rankings can help you compare Elon University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #4 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #21 of 326 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #39 of 39 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #117 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #324 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1451 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Elon University
Those who finish Elon University’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $44,439 |
| 2 years | $23,649 |
| 3 years | $40,026 |
| 4 years | $48,045 |
| 5 years | $58,985 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Elon University take home a median $48,045, compared with $66,004 for all Elon University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Elon University comes in at $23,250.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Elon University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying careers for Psychology graduates, 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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