Psychology at Portland State University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Portland State University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Portland State University is in Portland, OR.
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Online & Distance Learning at Portland State University
Many students take online classes at Portland State University. Of 19,951 students, 3,460 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,027 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Portland State University
Rankings can help you compare Portland State University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #8 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #115 of 237 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #128 of 225 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #330 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #556 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Oregon | #1 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Oregon | #8 of 19 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #115 of 237 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #128 of 225 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #330 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #556 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Portland State University
Those who finish Portland State 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 | $30,278 |
| 2 years | $30,167 |
| 3 years | $34,992 |
| 4 years | $40,458 |
| 5 years | $48,227 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from Portland State University take home a median $40,458, compared with $56,923 for all Portland State University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Portland State University stands at $24,499.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Portland State University pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.