Psychology at Eastern Illinois University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Eastern Illinois University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Illinois University is in Charleston, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Eastern Illinois University. Of 8,505 students, 1,283 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,051 (24%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Eastern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Eastern Illinois University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #10 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 200 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #357 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #368 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Eastern Illinois University
Graduates of Eastern Illinois 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 | $28,549 |
| 2 years | $27,456 |
| 3 years | $34,571 |
| 4 years | $46,208 |
| 5 years | $50,839 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Eastern Illinois University report median earnings of $46,208, compared with $54,001 for all Eastern Illinois University graduates — about 14% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Eastern Illinois University is $22,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Eastern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here are 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
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