Psychology at California Lutheran University
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at California Lutheran University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California Lutheran University is in Thousand Oaks, CA.
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Studying Online at California Lutheran University
Distance learning is available at California Lutheran University. Of 3,351 students, 225 (7%) studied exclusively online and 281 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at California Lutheran University
These rankings give you a sense of how California Lutheran University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #55 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #68 of 237 |
| Best Value | California | #148 of 175 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #183 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #270 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1182 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #55 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #68 of 237 |
| Best Value | California | #148 of 175 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #183 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #270 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1182 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from California Lutheran University
Students who complete California Lutheran 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 | $28,005 |
| 2 years | $33,266 |
| 3 years | $32,016 |
| 4 years | $45,591 |
| 5 years | $62,074 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from California Lutheran University report median earnings of $45,591, compared with $61,844 for all California Lutheran University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from California Lutheran University stands at $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at California Lutheran University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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.