Psychology at Northeastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Northeastern Illinois University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northeastern Illinois University is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Northeastern Illinois University
Online coursework is an option at Northeastern Illinois University. Among 5,734 students, 1,101 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,235 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Northeastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northeastern Illinois University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #8 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #13 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #38 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #313 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #346 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Northeastern Illinois University
Those who finish Northeastern Illinois 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 | $29,483 |
| 2 years | $29,926 |
| 3 years | $35,309 |
| 4 years | $40,998 |
| 5 years | $47,251 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Northeastern Illinois University take home a median $40,998, compared with $54,279 for all Northeastern Illinois University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Northeastern Illinois University stands at $16,157.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Northeastern Illinois University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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