Psychology at Northern Illinois University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Northern Illinois University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northern Illinois University is located in Dekalb, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at Northern Illinois University
Many students take online classes at Northern Illinois University. Among 15,414 students, 2,197 (14%) studied exclusively online and 7,937 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Northern Illinois University
Use these rankings to compare Northern Illinois University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #12 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #4 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #12 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #24 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #260 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #285 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Northern Illinois University
Graduates of Northern Illinois 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 | $42,900 |
| 2 years | $49,316 |
| 3 years | $54,408 |
| 4 years | $58,988 |
| 5 years | $51,174 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Northern Illinois University report median earnings of $58,988, compared with $63,103 for all Northern Illinois University graduates — about 7% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Northern Illinois University is $24,194.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Northern Illinois University pursue many career paths. Here 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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