Psychology at Arkansas Tech University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Arkansas Tech University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Arkansas Tech University sits in Russellville, AR.
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Online & Distance Learning at Arkansas Tech University
Distance learning is available at Arkansas Tech University. Of 8,746 students, 2,239 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,821 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Arkansas Tech University
Use these rankings to compare Arkansas Tech University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Arkansas | #3 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Arkansas | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #64 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #184 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #427 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1159 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Arkansas Tech University
Those who finish Arkansas Tech University’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $24,155 |
| 2 years | $24,532 |
| 3 years | $27,732 |
| 4 years | $35,984 |
| 5 years | $42,103 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Arkansas Tech University take home a median $35,984, compared with $39,613 for all Arkansas Tech University graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Arkansas Tech University stands at $23,910.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Arkansas Tech University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Psychology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Training and Development Managers | $139,524 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| School Psychologists | $108,275 |
| Molecular and Cellular Biologists | $100,077 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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