Psychology at Florida Atlantic University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, consider the program at Florida Atlantic University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida Atlantic University is located in Boca Raton, FL.
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Studying Online at Florida Atlantic University
Many students take online classes at Florida Atlantic University. Among 31,607 students, 6,454 (20%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 15,611 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Florida Atlantic University
Use these rankings to compare Florida Atlantic University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #3 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #17 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #81 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #116 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #621 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #3 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #8 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #17 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #81 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #116 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #621 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Florida Atlantic University
Graduates of Florida Atlantic University’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,682 |
| 2 years | $27,229 |
| 3 years | $32,210 |
| 4 years | $39,539 |
| 5 years | $46,884 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Florida Atlantic University earn a median of $39,539, compared with $57,371 for all Florida Atlantic University graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Florida Atlantic University is $16,711.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Florida Atlantic 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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