Psychology at Louisiana Tech University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at Louisiana Tech University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Louisiana Tech University sits in Ruston, LA.
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Studying Online at Louisiana Tech University
Distance learning is available at Louisiana Tech University. Of 11,873 students, 384 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,259 (19%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Louisiana Tech University
Rankings can help you compare Louisiana Tech University’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #7 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #98 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #326 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #748 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #5 of 20 |
| Best Value | Louisiana | #7 of 20 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #39 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #98 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #326 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #748 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Louisiana Tech University
Those who finish Louisiana Tech University’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $18,200 |
| 2 years | $29,888 |
| 4 years | $41,315 |
| 5 years | $47,632 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Louisiana Tech University report median earnings of $41,315, compared with $61,035 for all Louisiana Tech University graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Louisiana Tech University stands at $22,750.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Louisiana Tech 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.