Psychology at Northern Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at Northern Michigan University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Northern Michigan University is located in Marquette, MI.
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Studying Online at Northern Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Northern Michigan University. Of 7,409 students, 967 (13%) studied exclusively online and 1,633 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Northern Michigan University
Use these rankings to compare Northern Michigan University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #23 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #24 of 37 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #98 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #158 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #731 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1036 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Northern Michigan University
Those who finish Northern Michigan 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 | $30,831 |
| 2 years | $29,685 |
| 3 years | $27,440 |
| 4 years | $34,026 |
| 5 years | $45,782 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Northern Michigan University earn a median of $34,026, compared with $45,526 for all Northern Michigan University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Northern Michigan University comes in at $22,727.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Northern Michigan University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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