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Psychology in Virginia

Psychology Schools in Virginia

7,654 students earned Psychology degrees in Virginia in the 2022-2023 year.

As a degree choice, Psychology is the 7th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Virginia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 4,578
Master’s Degree 2,031
Associate Degree 418
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 357
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 357
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 357
Post-Master’s Certificate 270
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 270

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.5%
  • Black or African American: 16.1%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.3%
  • White: 54.3%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.2%
  • Other Races: 13.7%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Virginia

There are 21,760 people in the state and 625,220 people in the nation working in psychology jobs.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Virginia

In this state, psychology grads earn an average of $97,200. Nationwide, they make an average of $95,610.

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

#1

Liberty University

Lynchburg
2,445 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
93,349 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid. 18 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 19% are considered full time.

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681 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
38,541 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,385. Most students complete their degree in 4.36 years.

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629 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,070 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.40 years. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,405. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

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353 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
24,286 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 94%. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.53 years.

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339 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
25,628 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1. This public school has an average net price of $23,101.

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#6

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg
309 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
37,024 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,292. The full-time teacher rate is 99%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1.

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#7

James Madison University

Harrisonburg
277 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
21,594 Total Students

A typical student attending JMU will pay a net price of $22,465. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 81%.

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#8

William & Mary

Williamsburg
196 Degrees in Major Awarded
91% Graduation Rate
8,939 Total Students

79% of students get financical aid. 77% of the teachers are full time. It takes the average student 4.06 years to graduate.

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#9

Regent University

Virginia Beach
185 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
10,483 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 94% of students receive it. It takes the average student 4.42 years to graduate. 78% of the teachers are full time.

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#10

Radford University

Radford
167 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
10,695 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,310. 70% of the teachers are full time. Of all the students who attend this school, 98% get financial aid.

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