Psychology at Monmouth University
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at Monmouth University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Monmouth University sits in West Long Branch, NJ.
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Online Class Availability at Monmouth University
Many students take online classes at Monmouth University. Of 4,767 students, 220 (5%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 739 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Monmouth University
These rankings give you a sense of how Monmouth University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #20 of 28 |
| Best Value | New Jersey | #27 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #149 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #237 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #591 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1356 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Monmouth University
Those who finish Monmouth University’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,240 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $44,129 |
| 4 years | $50,107 |
| 5 years | $58,640 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Monmouth University take home a median $50,107, compared with $69,076 for all Monmouth University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Monmouth University stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Monmouth University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-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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