Psychology at Florida State University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Florida State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Florida State University is located in Tallahassee, FL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Florida State University
Distance learning is available at Florida State University. Of 43,889 students, 5,761 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 21,571 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Florida State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Florida State University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 325 |
| Best Value | Florida | #8 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 326 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #76 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #1 of 37 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 325 |
| Best Value | Florida | #8 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 326 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #76 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #101 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Florida State University
Those who finish Florida State 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 | $48,655 |
| 2 years | $48,245 |
| 3 years | $53,201 |
| 4 years | $60,523 |
| 5 years | $56,288 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Florida State University report median earnings of $60,523, compared with $60,228 for all Florida State University graduates — about 0% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Florida State University is $19,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Florida State 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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