Psychology at New Mexico Highlands University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, you may want to check out the program at New Mexico Highlands University. Get started with the following essential facts.
New Mexico Highlands University is in Las Vegas, NM.
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Online & Distance Learning at New Mexico Highlands University
Many students take online classes at New Mexico Highlands University. Among 2,704 students, 1,399 (52%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 923 (34%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at New Mexico Highlands University
These rankings give you a sense of how New Mexico Highlands University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Mexico | #4 of 7 |
| Best Value | New Mexico | #6 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #72 of 136 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #85 of 138 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #526 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1046 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from New Mexico Highlands University
Those who finish New Mexico Highlands University’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $20,674 |
| 2 years | $25,938 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from New Mexico Highlands University stands at $9,894.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at New Mexico Highlands University work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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