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Psychology Schools in Nebraska

994 students earned Psychology degrees in Nebraska in the 2020-2021 year.

A Psychology major is the 7th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Nebraska

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 796
Master’s Degree 146
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 21
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 21
Associate Degree 19
Post-Master’s Certificate 12
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 12

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 3.7%
  • Black or African American: 3.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.6%
  • White: 69.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 3.4%
  • Other Races: 9.1%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Nebraska

In this state, there are 2,500 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Nebraska

In this state, psychology grads earn an average of $81,300. Nationwide, they make an average of $95,610.

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

295 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
25,108 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 85% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.42 years to graduate. Graduates earn an average $42,952 after graduation.

168 Degrees in Major Awarded
49% Graduation Rate
15,892 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.66 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 51% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $13,914.

144 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,059 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it. Graduates earn an average $47,484 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1.

93 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
8,770 Total Students

100% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.12 years. This private institution charges an average net price of $31,218.

48 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
6,225 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 3.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the students who attend this school, 95% get financial aid. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $39,041 a year.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
4,202 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. A typical student attending WSC will pay a net price of $14,141. Graduates earn an average $36,616 after graduation.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
2,330 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. 97% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.45 years.

31 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
2,281 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,038 a year. It takes the average student 4.15 years to graduate. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,440.

27 Degrees in Major Awarded
63% Graduation Rate
1,924 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 2.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. An average student at NWU will pay a net price of $26,295. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 55% are considered full time.

24 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
1,902 Total Students

In their early career, Peru State grads earn an average salary of $35,942. The average student takes 4.52 years to complete their degree at Peru State. The student to faculty ratio is 20 to 1.

Psychology Careers in NE

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title NE Job Growth NE Median Salary
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 11% $67,060
Psychologists 11% $0
Managers 11% $96,360
Psychology Professors 8% $73,010
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists 0% $0

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

Major Annual Graduates in NE
Education 4,167
Social Sciences 833
Communication & Journalism 719
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 513
History 224
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 43
Library Science 14

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