Psychology at Auburn University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Auburn University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Auburn University is in Auburn, AL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Auburn University
Online coursework is an option at Auburn University. Of 34,145 students, 3,255 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 10,871 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Auburn University
These rankings give you a sense of how Auburn University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #19 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 326 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #114 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #248 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1038 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #1 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #19 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #20 of 326 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #114 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #248 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1038 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Auburn University
Graduates of Auburn University’s Psychology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,786 |
| 2 years | $50,181 |
| 3 years | $36,672 |
| 4 years | $57,856 |
| 5 years | $54,668 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Auburn University report median earnings of $57,856, compared with $71,277 for all Auburn University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Auburn University comes in at $20,500.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Auburn University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Psychology majors, 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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