Psychology at Kean University
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at Kean University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Kean University sits in Union, NJ.
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Studying Online at Kean University
Many students take online classes at Kean University. Of 13,905 students, 1,667 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,546 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Kean University
Use these rankings to compare Kean University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #17 of 28 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #139 of 270 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #273 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #542 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #5 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #17 of 28 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #25 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #139 of 270 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #273 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #542 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Kean University
Those who finish Kean 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 | $38,980 |
| 2 years | $35,345 |
| 3 years | $37,001 |
| 4 years | $46,838 |
| 5 years | $49,656 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Kean University earn a median of $46,838, compared with $56,858 for all Kean University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Kean University is $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Kean University work across a variety of fields. Here are the best-paid 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.