Psychology at Metropolitan State University of Denver
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Get started with the following essential facts.
Metropolitan State University of Denver is in Denver, CO.
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Studying Online at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Many students take online classes at Metropolitan State University of Denver. Of 18,453 students, 4,515 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,384 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Metropolitan State University of Denver
Rankings can help you compare Metropolitan State University of Denver’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #9 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #15 of 22 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #28 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #33 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #521 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #981 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver
Students who complete Metropolitan State University of Denver’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 | $34,388 |
| 2 years | $33,119 |
| 3 years | $36,244 |
| 4 years | $41,630 |
| 5 years | $46,187 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver earn a median of $41,630, compared with $53,722 for all Metropolitan State University of Denver graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Metropolitan State University of Denver comes in at $26,641.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Metropolitan State University of Denver go on to a range of careers. 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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