Psychology at Western Oregon University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Western Oregon University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Western Oregon University sits in Monmouth, OR.
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Online Class Availability at Western Oregon University
Distance learning is available at Western Oregon University. Of 3,722 students, 818 (22%) studied exclusively online and 1,884 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Western Oregon University
Rankings can help you compare Western Oregon University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #5 of 19 |
| Best Value | Oregon | #5 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #106 of 237 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #158 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #454 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #702 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Western Oregon University
Graduates of Western Oregon University’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,010 |
| 2 years | $31,660 |
| 3 years | $35,332 |
| 4 years | $43,164 |
| 5 years | $49,368 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Western Oregon University take home a median $43,164, compared with $46,183 for all Western Oregon University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Western Oregon University stands at $23,448.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Western Oregon University go on to a range of careers. Here 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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