Psychology at University of South Carolina-Upstate
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what University of South Carolina-Upstate. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of South Carolina-Upstate is located in Spartanburg, SC.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina-Upstate. Among 4,916 students, 1,163 (24%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,016 (61%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of South Carolina-Upstate
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #6 of 28 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #72 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #121 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #458 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #881 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate
Students who complete University of South Carolina-Upstate’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $28,634 |
| 2 years | $28,236 |
| 3 years | $32,556 |
| 4 years | $34,695 |
| 5 years | $39,899 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate earn a median of $34,695, compared with $47,560 for all University of South Carolina-Upstate graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from University of South Carolina-Upstate stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at University of South Carolina-Upstate pursue many career paths. Here 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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