Psychology at Princeton University
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what Princeton University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Princeton University sits in Princeton, NJ.
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Studying Online at Princeton University
Princeton University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Psychology Rankings at Princeton University
Rankings can help you compare Princeton University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 270 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #300 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | New Jersey | #1 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New Jersey | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #17 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #76 of 270 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #137 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #300 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Princeton University
Those who finish Princeton University’s 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 | $45,198 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Princeton University pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.