Psychology at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, consider the program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College sits in Baton Rouge, LA.
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Online Class Availability at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Many students take online classes at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College. Among 41,705 students, 5,129 (12%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 17,009 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Use these rankings to compare Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 20 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #52 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #174 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #416 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #821 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #2 of 20 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #17 of 20 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #52 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #174 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #416 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #821 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College
Those who finish Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’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 | $24,967 |
| 2 years | $33,806 |
| 3 years | $35,553 |
| 4 years | $44,556 |
| 5 years | $54,130 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College take home a median $44,556, compared with $58,324 for all Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College stands at $21,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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