Psychology at Mercyhurst University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Mercyhurst University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Mercyhurst University is located in Erie, PA.
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Studying Online at Mercyhurst University
Online coursework is an option at Mercyhurst University. Among 2,632 students, 191 (7%) studied exclusively online and 668 (25%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Mercyhurst University
Those who finish Mercyhurst 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 | $19,961 |
| 2 years | $26,739 |
| 3 years | $41,401 |
| 4 years | $42,829 |
| 5 years | $50,334 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Mercyhurst University take home a median $42,829, compared with $53,168 for all Mercyhurst University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Mercyhurst University is $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Mercyhurst 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
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