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Applied Psychology in Massachusetts

Applied Psychology Schools in Massachusetts

162 students earned Applied Psychology degrees in Massachusetts in the 2022-2023 year.

In this state, Applied Psychology is the 168th most popular major out of a total 881 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Applied Psychology Majors in Massachusetts

Applied Psychology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 133
Master’s Degree 20
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 9
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 9

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a applied psychology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of applied psychology majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 13.0%
  • Black or African American: 6.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.5%
  • White: 48.8%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.7%
  • Other Races: 9.9%
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Jobs for Applied Psychology Grads in Massachusetts

11,130 people in the state and 513,950 in the nation are employed in jobs related to applied psychology.

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Wages for Applied Psychology Jobs in Massachusetts

Applied Psychology grads earn an average of $97,690 in the state and $95,610 nationwide.

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There are 4 colleges in Massachusetts that offer applied psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 4 below:

#1

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
118 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 59% are considered full time. 53% of students get financical aid. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate.

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19 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 70% are considered full time. An average student at Boston U will pay a net price of $27,779. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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4 Degrees in Major Awarded
69% Graduation Rate
18,150 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 62% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $18,281. The student to faculty ratio is 17 to 1.

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2 Degrees in Major Awarded
805 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 5 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 57% are considered full time.

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Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to applied psychology.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Applied Behavior Analysis 501
Counseling Psychology 274
Clinical Psychology 188
School Psychology 103
Organizational Psychology 79
Educational Psychology 33
Forensic Psychology 23
Other Psychology & Counseling 22

View all majors related to Applied Psychology

View Nationwide Applied Psychology Report

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