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Psychology in Kentucky

Psychology Schools in Kentucky

In 2022-2023, 2,633 students earned their Psychology degrees in KY.

In terms of popularity, Psychology is the 6th most popular major in the state out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Kentucky

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,687
Master’s Degree 802
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 116
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 116
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 116
Post-Master’s Certificate 19
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 19
Associate Degree 9

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of psychology majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 2.0%
  • Black or African American: 8.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.7%
  • White: 64.6%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.4%
  • Other Races: 18.6%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Kentucky

In this state, there are 5,120 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Kentucky

In this state, psychology grads earn an average of $67,960. Nationwide, they make an average of $95,610.

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There are 10 colleges in Kentucky that offer psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

353 Degrees in Major Awarded
40% Graduation Rate
19,110 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.19 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. This private institution charges an average net price of $13,835.

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317 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,986 Total Students

A typical student attending UK will pay a net price of $16,328. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 83% are considered full time. The average student takes 4.37 years to complete their degree at UK.

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286 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at Eastern. 58% of the teachers are full time.

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239 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
2,764 Total Students

The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at Lindsey Wilson College. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

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235 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
22,211 Total Students

52% of the teachers are full time. The student to faculty ratio is 13 to 1. The average student takes 4.43 years to complete their degree at UofL.

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203 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $12,329. The full-time teacher rate is 70%. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1.

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Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
113 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years.

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#8

Spalding University

Louisville
87 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
1,596 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 56% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.47 years.

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#9

Bellarmine University

Louisville
66 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
3,293 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 12 to 1. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $22,229.

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#10

Campbellsville University

Campbellsville
52 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
12,771 Total Students

The average student takes 4.43 years to complete their degree at Campbellsville University. The full-time teacher rate is 37%. This private school has an average net price of $22,252.

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