Psychology at Biola University
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at Biola University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Biola University sits in La Mirada, CA.
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Studying Online at Biola University
Online coursework is an option at Biola University. Among 5,434 students, 1,227 (23%) studied exclusively online and 1,579 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Biola University
These rankings give you a sense of how Biola University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #87 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #112 of 237 |
| Best Value | California | #158 of 175 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #195 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #525 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1259 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #87 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #112 of 237 |
| Best Value | California | #158 of 175 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #195 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #525 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1259 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Biola University
Those who finish Biola 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 | $44,691 |
| 2 years | $41,059 |
| 3 years | $52,503 |
| 4 years | $60,310 |
| 5 years | $63,006 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Biola University take home a median $60,310, compared with $54,663 for all Biola University graduates — about 10% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Biola University is $25,409.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Biola University work across a variety of fields. Below are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.