General Psychology at Nova Southeastern University
If you plan to study General Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Nova Southeastern University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Nova Southeastern University is in Fort Lauderdale, FL.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 163 general psychology degrees were granted at Nova Southeastern University.
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Studying Online at Nova Southeastern University
Online coursework is an option at Nova Southeastern University. Among 20,910 students, 5,509 (26%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,748 (32%) took at least some classes online.
General Psychology Rankings at Nova Southeastern University
Rankings can help you compare Nova Southeastern University’s General Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #12 of 31 |
| Best Value | Florida | #22 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #58 of 293 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #274 of 292 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #441 of 1,305 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1206 of 1,295 |
Earnings for General Psychology Graduates from Nova Southeastern University
Graduates of Nova Southeastern University’s General 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 | $29,459 |
| 2 years | $32,832 |
| 3 years | $34,456 |
| 4 years | $44,448 |
| 5 years | $49,497 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, General Psychology graduates from Nova Southeastern University report median earnings of $44,448, compared with $88,351 for all Nova Southeastern University graduates — about 50% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for General Psychology graduates from Nova Southeastern University is $23,000.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of General Psychology graduates at Nova Southeastern University, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, General Psychology graduates at Nova Southeastern University are 83% women (136) and 17% men (27).
General Psychology Bachelor’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Of the 119 bachelor’s general psychology graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 82% were women (98) and 18% were men (21).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Psychology bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 26 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 43 |
| Black / African American | 27 |
| Asian | 10 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 6 |
| Unknown | 4 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 70% of General Psychology bachelor’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, higher than the national average of 46%.*
General Psychology Master’s Program at Nova Southeastern University
Among the 44 master’s general psychology graduates at Nova Southeastern University, 86% were women (38) and 14% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Psychology master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 18 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 12 |
| Black / African American | 6 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 52% of General Psychology master’s degree recipients at Nova Southeastern University, above the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Psychology Concentrations at Nova Southeastern University
This General Psychology program at Nova Southeastern University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Psychology | 163 |
Top-Paying Careers for General Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the General Psychology program at Nova Southeastern University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for General Psychology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $73,521 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.