Psychology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Get started with the following essential facts.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is located in Edwardsville, IL.
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Studying Online at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Online coursework is an option at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Of 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Rankings can help you compare Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #9 of 43 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #18 of 44 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #36 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #57 of 200 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #356 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #469 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Graduates of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,321 |
| 2 years | $33,560 |
| 3 years | $41,184 |
| 4 years | $49,112 |
| 5 years | $55,616 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville report median earnings of $49,112, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville comes in at $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville pursue many career paths. Here are 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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