Psychology at Colorado Mesa University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Colorado Mesa University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Colorado Mesa University is in Grand Junction, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at Colorado Mesa University
Online coursework is an option at Colorado Mesa University. Among 9,785 students, 736 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,271 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Colorado Mesa University
Use these rankings to compare Colorado Mesa University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #8 of 22 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #10 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #14 of 51 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #30 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #548 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #687 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Colorado Mesa University
Graduates of Colorado Mesa 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 | $31,410 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 3 years | $35,326 |
| 4 years | $40,800 |
| 5 years | $47,690 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Colorado Mesa University report median earnings of $40,800, compared with $49,582 for all Colorado Mesa University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Colorado Mesa University comes in at $26,648.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Colorado Mesa 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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