Psychology at Old Dominion University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Old Dominion University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Old Dominion University is located in Norfolk, VA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Old Dominion University
Online coursework is an option at Old Dominion University. Among 23,743 students, 8,616 (36%) studied exclusively online and 6,593 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Old Dominion University
Rankings can help you compare Old Dominion University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #15 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #416 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #486 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #3 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #15 of 38 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #60 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #65 of 325 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #416 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #486 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Old Dominion University
Those who finish Old Dominion 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 | $30,237 |
| 2 years | $30,119 |
| 3 years | $35,385 |
| 4 years | $45,507 |
| 5 years | $50,828 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Old Dominion University take home a median $45,507, compared with $60,776 for all Old Dominion University graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Old Dominion University is $26,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Old Dominion University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-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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