Psychology at Brown University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Brown University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Brown University is in Providence, RI.
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Online & Distance Learning at Brown University
Online coursework is an option at Brown University. Among 11,956 students, 758 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 238 (2%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Brown University
Rankings can help you compare Brown University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rhode Island | #1 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rhode Island | #3 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #5 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #11 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #49 of 113 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1153 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Brown University
Those who finish Brown University’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,636 |
| 5 years | $63,062 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Brown University comes in at $15,110.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Brown University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-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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