Psychology at George Washington University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at George Washington University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
George Washington University is located in Washington, DC.
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Studying Online at George Washington University
Online coursework is an option at George Washington University. Of 25,374 students, 3,989 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,955 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at George Washington University
Rankings can help you compare George Washington University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 270 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #250 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1419 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | District Of Columbia | #2 of 9 |
| Best Value | District Of Columbia | #5 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #34 of 270 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #136 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #250 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1419 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from George Washington University
Graduates of George Washington 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 | $46,318 |
| 2 years | $48,369 |
| 3 years | $50,434 |
| 4 years | $66,778 |
| 5 years | $83,279 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from George Washington University earn a median of $66,778, compared with $92,364 for all George Washington University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from George Washington University comes in at $25,220.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at George Washington 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.