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Psychology Schools in Maine

In 2020-2021, 547 students earned their Psychology degrees in ME.

In terms of popularity, Psychology is the 7th most popular major in the state out of a total 37 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Maine

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 472
Master’s Degree 54
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 8
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 8
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 6
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 6
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 6
Associate Degree 4
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.8%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 77.9%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.2%
  • Other Races: 7.5%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Maine

In this state, there are 1,910 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Maine

A typical salary for a psychology grad in the state is $75,620, compared to a typical salary of $95,610 nationwide.

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

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
8,022 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 97% get financial aid. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $37,949 after earning their degree at this institution. The full-time teacher rate is 35%.

107 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
11,741 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,033. The student loan default rate of 4.00% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

#3

Bates College

Lewiston
73 Degrees in Major Awarded
89% Graduation Rate
1,876 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $44,663 a year. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $26,392. Most students complete their degree in 4.04 years.

#4

Colby College

Waterville
59 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
2,155 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 43% of students receive it. In their early career, Colby grads earn an average salary of $47,810. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
1,862 Total Students

70% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.24 years. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
3,473 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $38,215 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.90%.

#7

Thomas College

Waterville
38 Degrees in Major Awarded
48% Graduation Rate
1,705 Total Students

48% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 7.30%. In their early career, Thomas College grads earn an average salary of $30,775.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
7,208 Total Students

13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The 1.80% student loan default rate is lower than average. An average student at UNE will pay a net price of $35,871.

#9

Bowdoin College

Brunswick
23 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
1,777 Total Students

58% of students get financical aid. Graduates earn an average $51,153 after graduation. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.70%.

14 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
1,967 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $27,595. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.30%. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years.

Psychology Careers in ME

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title ME Job Growth ME Median Salary
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 5% $72,200
Managers 1% $92,110
Psychologists 0% $93,070
Psychology Professors 0% $64,080

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

Major Annual Graduates in ME
Education 1,282
Social Sciences 933
Communication & Journalism 241
History 148
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 110
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 90
Library Science 29

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