Psychology at Temple University
If you plan to study Psychology, take a look at what Temple University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Temple University is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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Online Class Availability at Temple University
Distance learning is available at Temple University. Among 29,640 students, 2,344 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 12,742 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Temple University
These rankings give you a sense of how Temple University’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #25 of 105 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #81 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #99 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #210 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #399 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1286 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #25 of 105 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #81 of 105 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #99 of 270 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #210 of 267 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #399 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #1286 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Temple University
Graduates of Temple 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 | $31,028 |
| 2 years | $33,979 |
| 3 years | $40,769 |
| 4 years | $48,377 |
| 5 years | $54,194 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Temple University report median earnings of $48,377, compared with $68,379 for all Temple University graduates — about 29% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Temple University stands at $26,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Temple University go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-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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