Psychology at Chicago State University
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Chicago State University is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Chicago State University
Many students take online classes at Chicago State University. Of 2,238 students, 366 (16%) studied exclusively online and 966 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Chicago State University
Rankings can help you compare Chicago State University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #12 of 43 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #44 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #188 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #393 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1371 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Chicago State University
Graduates of Chicago State 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 | $26,067 |
| 2 years | $30,782 |
| 3 years | $36,346 |
| 4 years | $39,574 |
| 5 years | $46,148 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Chicago State University report median earnings of $39,574, compared with $58,753 for all Chicago State University graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Chicago State University comes in at $39,075.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Chicago State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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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