Psychology at Benedictine University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Benedictine University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Benedictine University is located in Lisle, IL.
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Studying Online at Benedictine University
Online coursework is an option at Benedictine University. Among 2,917 students, 546 (19%) studied exclusively online and 1,221 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Benedictine University
These rankings give you a sense of how Benedictine University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #19 of 44 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #33 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #60 of 200 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #153 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #481 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1045 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Benedictine University
Graduates of Benedictine 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 | $32,114 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $40,694 |
| 4 years | $45,546 |
| 5 years | $55,759 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Benedictine University take home a median $45,546, compared with $72,778 for all Benedictine University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Benedictine University is $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Benedictine University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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