Psychology at Hofstra University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Hofstra University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Hofstra University is in Hempstead, NY.
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Studying Online at Hofstra University
Online coursework is an option at Hofstra University. Of 10,685 students, 396 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,564 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Hofstra University
These rankings give you a sense of how Hofstra University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #19 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 270 |
| Best Value | New York | #91 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #144 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #248 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1397 of 1,472 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #19 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 270 |
| Best Value | New York | #91 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #144 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #248 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1397 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #19 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #38 of 270 |
| Best Value | New York | #91 of 100 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #144 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #248 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1397 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Hofstra University
Graduates of Hofstra University’s Psychology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $47,374 |
| 2 years | $48,332 |
| 3 years | $54,225 |
| 4 years | $64,993 |
| 5 years | $84,194 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Hofstra University report median earnings of $64,993, compared with $71,381 for all Hofstra University graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Hofstra University is $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Hofstra University work across a variety of fields. Here are 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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