Psychology at Florida Gulf Coast University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Florida Gulf Coast University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Gulf Coast University is in Fort Myers, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida Gulf Coast University
Many students take online classes at Florida Gulf Coast University. Of 16,612 students, 2,496 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 8,653 (52%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Florida Gulf Coast University
Rankings can help you compare Florida Gulf Coast University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #7 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #12 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #59 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #175 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #484 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University
Students who complete Florida Gulf Coast 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 | $29,030 |
| 2 years | $30,080 |
| 3 years | $35,209 |
| 4 years | $43,031 |
| 5 years | $49,829 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University report median earnings of $43,031, compared with $55,050 for all Florida Gulf Coast University graduates — about 22% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Florida Gulf Coast University comes in at $19,500.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Florida Gulf Coast University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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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