Psychology at Southern Utah University
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Southern Utah University is in Cedar City, UT.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Utah University
Many students take online classes at Southern Utah University. Among 15,444 students, 5,319 (34%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,221 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Southern Utah University
Rankings can help you compare Southern Utah University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 10 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #6 of 10 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #17 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #288 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #772 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Southern Utah University
Those who finish Southern Utah 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 | $23,965 |
| 2 years | $24,421 |
| 3 years | $26,873 |
| 4 years | $31,561 |
| 5 years | $43,217 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Southern Utah University report median earnings of $31,561, compared with $42,676 for all Southern Utah University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Southern Utah University stands at $11,359.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Southern Utah University go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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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