Psychology at Central Michigan University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Central Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Central Michigan University is in Mount Pleasant, MI.
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Studying Online at Central Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Central Michigan University. Among 14,488 students, 3,356 (23%) studied exclusively online and 5,044 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Central Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Central Michigan University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 37 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #16 of 37 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #69 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #74 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #563 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #566 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #6 of 37 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #16 of 37 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #69 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #74 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #563 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #566 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Central Michigan University
Graduates of Central Michigan 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 | $40,623 |
| 2 years | $28,753 |
| 3 years | $37,035 |
| 4 years | $43,964 |
| 5 years | $52,674 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Central Michigan University earn a median of $43,964, compared with $61,603 for all Central Michigan University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Central Michigan University comes in at $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Central Michigan University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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