Psychology at Shenandoah University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Shenandoah University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Shenandoah University is located in Winchester, VA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Shenandoah University
Many students take online classes at Shenandoah University. Among 4,454 students, 660 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,053 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Shenandoah University
Rankings can help you compare Shenandoah University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #10 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 326 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #36 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #293 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #296 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1311 of 1,472 |
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #10 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #35 of 326 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #36 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #293 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #296 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1311 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Shenandoah University
Graduates of Shenandoah 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 | $24,878 |
| 2 years | $37,327 |
| 3 years | $35,748 |
| 4 years | $47,605 |
| 5 years | $56,584 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Shenandoah University take home a median $47,605, compared with $75,461 for all Shenandoah University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Shenandoah University stands at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Shenandoah University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Psychology graduates, 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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