Psychology at Simmons University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what Simmons University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Simmons University is located in Boston, MA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Simmons University
Online coursework is an option at Simmons University. Among 4,666 students, 1,982 (42%) studied exclusively online and 1,001 (21%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Simmons University
These rankings give you a sense of how Simmons University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #14 of 54 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #28 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #29 of 116 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #60 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #234 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1212 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #14 of 54 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #28 of 52 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #29 of 116 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #60 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #234 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1212 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Simmons University
Graduates of Simmons 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 | $60,112 |
| 2 years | $56,622 |
| 3 years | $60,827 |
| 4 years | $67,430 |
| 5 years | $73,436 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Simmons University report median earnings of $67,430, compared with $69,590 for all Simmons University graduates — about 3% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from Simmons University is $26,678.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Simmons University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the highest-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
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