Psychology at Oakland University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Oakland University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Oakland University is in Rochester Hills, MI.
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Online Class Availability at Oakland University
Online coursework is an option at Oakland University. Of 15,768 students, 1,399 (9%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,791 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Oakland University
These rankings give you a sense of how Oakland University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #8 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 37 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #94 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #403 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #674 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #8 of 37 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #10 of 37 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #43 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #94 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #403 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #674 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Oakland University
Graduates of Oakland 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 | $28,572 |
| 2 years | $27,978 |
| 3 years | $34,683 |
| 4 years | $41,537 |
| 5 years | $49,500 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Oakland University report median earnings of $41,537, compared with $67,748 for all Oakland University graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Oakland University comes in at $24,510.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Oakland University work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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