Psychology at Northern Kentucky University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at Northern Kentucky University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northern Kentucky University is located in Highland Heights, KY.
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Online Class Availability at Northern Kentucky University
Many students take online classes at Northern Kentucky University. Among 15,347 students, 6,624 (43%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,682 (31%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Northern Kentucky University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Kentucky University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Kentucky | #1 of 23 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #5 of 23 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #10 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #108 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #121 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #795 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Northern Kentucky University
Students who complete Northern Kentucky 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 | $30,695 |
| 2 years | $31,782 |
| 3 years | $34,654 |
| 4 years | $38,956 |
| 5 years | $45,867 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Northern Kentucky University report median earnings of $38,956, compared with $63,438 for all Northern Kentucky University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Northern Kentucky University stands at $26,088.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Northern Kentucky University go on to a range of careers. 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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