Psychology at Eastern Kentucky University
If you plan to study Psychology, take a look at what Eastern Kentucky University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Eastern Kentucky University is located in Richmond, KY.
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Online & Distance Learning at Eastern Kentucky University
Distance learning is available at Eastern Kentucky University. Of 15,673 students, 5,246 (33%) studied exclusively online and 6,148 (39%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Eastern Kentucky University
Rankings can help you compare Eastern Kentucky University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #230 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #332 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1284 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #5 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #19 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #45 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #230 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #332 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1284 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Eastern Kentucky University
Graduates of Eastern Kentucky 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 | $28,031 |
| 2 years | $30,175 |
| 3 years | $31,262 |
| 4 years | $36,599 |
| 5 years | $42,699 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Eastern Kentucky University report median earnings of $36,599, compared with $49,519 for all Eastern Kentucky University graduates — about 26% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Eastern Kentucky University comes in at $27,645.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Eastern Kentucky University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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