Psychology at Otterbein University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Otterbein University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Otterbein University is in Westerville, OH.
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Online Class Availability at Otterbein University
Online coursework is an option at Otterbein University. Of 2,332 students, 12 (1%) studied exclusively online and 350 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Otterbein University
Rankings can help you compare Otterbein University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Ohio | #29 of 51 |
| Best Value | Ohio | #31 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #115 of 200 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #139 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #776 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #989 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Otterbein University
Students who complete Otterbein 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 | $30,081 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 3 years | $34,506 |
| 4 years | $38,492 |
| 5 years | $47,615 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Otterbein University take home a median $38,492, compared with $62,117 for all Otterbein University graduates — about 38% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Otterbein University comes in at $25,210.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Otterbein 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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