Psychology at Missouri Southern State University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at Missouri Southern State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Missouri Southern State University is located in Joplin, MO.
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Studying Online at Missouri Southern State University
Online coursework is an option at Missouri Southern State University. Among 4,147 students, 868 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,687 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Missouri Southern State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Missouri Southern State University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Missouri | #2 of 36 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #10 of 133 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #15 of 36 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #65 of 135 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #289 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #735 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Missouri Southern State University
Students who complete Missouri Southern State 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 | $29,594 |
| 2 years | $28,960 |
| 3 years | $32,738 |
| 4 years | $34,605 |
| 5 years | $42,457 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Missouri Southern State University report median earnings of $34,605, compared with $44,666 for all Missouri Southern State University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Missouri Southern State University comes in at $23,609.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Missouri Southern State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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