Psychology at James Madison University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, consider the program at James Madison University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
James Madison University is located in Harrisonburg, VA.
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Online Class Availability at James Madison University
Many students take online classes at James Madison University. Of 22,740 students, 968 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,368 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at James Madison University
These rankings give you a sense of how James Madison University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 326 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #13 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #201 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #882 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #5 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #12 of 326 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #13 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #44 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #201 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #882 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from James Madison University
Graduates of James Madison 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 | $28,370 |
| 2 years | $39,384 |
| 3 years | $43,181 |
| 4 years | $50,895 |
| 5 years | $57,124 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from James Madison University earn a median of $50,895, compared with $63,974 for all James Madison University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from James Madison University stands at $23,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at James Madison University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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