Psychology at Purdue University Northwest
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Purdue University Northwest. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Purdue University Northwest is located in Hammond, IN.
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Online & Distance Learning at Purdue University Northwest
Distance learning is available at Purdue University Northwest. Among 9,051 students, 663 (7%) studied exclusively online and 1,851 (20%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Purdue University Northwest
Rankings can help you compare Purdue University Northwest’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #8 of 40 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #20 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #32 of 40 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #175 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #248 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1183 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Purdue University Northwest
Graduates of Purdue University Northwest’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,983 |
| 2 years | $26,264 |
| 3 years | $30,466 |
| 4 years | $34,531 |
| 5 years | $44,737 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Purdue University Northwest report median earnings of $34,531, compared with $63,767 for all Purdue University Northwest graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Purdue University Northwest is $23,929.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Purdue University Northwest go on to a range of careers. 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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