Psychology at Southern Methodist University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Southern Methodist University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Southern Methodist University is located in Dallas, TX.
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Studying Online at Southern Methodist University
Many students take online classes at Southern Methodist University. Of 12,116 students, 669 (6%) studied exclusively online and 1,002 (8%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Southern Methodist University
Use these rankings to compare Southern Methodist University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Texas | #83 of 84 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #135 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1452 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #4 of 138 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #4 of 84 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #80 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Texas | #83 of 84 |
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #135 of 136 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1452 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Southern Methodist University
Graduates of Southern Methodist 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 | $39,687 |
| 2 years | $28,055 |
| 3 years | $41,053 |
| 4 years | $52,450 |
| 5 years | $64,774 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Southern Methodist University take home a median $52,450, compared with $82,838 for all Southern Methodist University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Southern Methodist University stands at $23,310.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Southern Methodist University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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