Psychology at Idaho State University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Idaho State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Idaho State University is in Pocatello, ID.
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Online Class Availability at Idaho State University
Online coursework is an option at Idaho State University. Of 13,061 students, 2,515 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,627 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Idaho State University
Rankings can help you compare Idaho State University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #35 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #40 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #730 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1073 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #6 of 9 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #7 of 9 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #35 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #40 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #730 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1073 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Idaho State University
Students who complete Idaho State 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 | $25,549 |
| 2 years | $31,686 |
| 3 years | $32,080 |
| 4 years | $38,356 |
| 5 years | $44,312 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Idaho State University take home a median $38,356, compared with $53,326 for all Idaho State University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Idaho State University is $26,014.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Idaho State 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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