Psychology at The Catholic University of America
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at The Catholic University of America. Get started with the following essential facts.
The Catholic University of America is located in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at The Catholic University of America
Online coursework is an option at The Catholic University of America. Among 5,243 students, 459 (9%) studied exclusively online and 667 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at The Catholic University of America
These rankings give you a sense of how The Catholic University of America’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #90 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #241 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #347 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1375 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #3 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #4 of 9 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #90 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #241 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #347 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1375 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from The Catholic University of America
Graduates of The Catholic University of America’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,308 |
| 2 years | $53,597 |
| 3 years | $48,077 |
| 4 years | $55,808 |
| 5 years | $61,999 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from The Catholic University of America earn a median of $55,808, compared with $73,599 for all The Catholic University of America graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from The Catholic University of America is $26,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at The Catholic University of America work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying 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
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