Psychology at Syracuse University
If you plan to study Psychology, you may want to check out the program at Syracuse University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Syracuse University sits in Syracuse, NY.
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Online Class Availability at Syracuse University
Distance learning is available at Syracuse University. Of 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Syracuse University
Rankings can help you compare Syracuse University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 270 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #92 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | New York | #97 of 100 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #259 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1449 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #8 of 102 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #23 of 270 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #92 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | New York | #97 of 100 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #259 of 267 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1449 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Syracuse University
Those who finish Syracuse 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 | $32,210 |
| 2 years | $31,495 |
| 3 years | $43,533 |
| 4 years | $53,593 |
| 5 years | $63,889 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Syracuse University report median earnings of $53,593, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Syracuse University stands at $26,865.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Syracuse University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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.