Psychology at The University of Alabama
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what The University of Alabama. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Alabama is located in Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Online Class Availability at The University of Alabama
Many students take online classes at The University of Alabama. Among 40,846 students, 6,289 (15%) studied exclusively online and 11,899 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at The University of Alabama
Rankings can help you compare The University of Alabama’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #16 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #227 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #435 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #958 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #3 of 22 |
| Best Value | Alabama | #16 of 21 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #54 of 326 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #227 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #435 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #958 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from The University of Alabama
Those who finish The University of Alabama’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,760 |
| 2 years | $49,032 |
| 3 years | $30,719 |
| 4 years | $39,261 |
| 5 years | $47,796 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from The University of Alabama take home a median $39,261, compared with $64,459 for all The University of Alabama graduates — about 39% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from The University of Alabama stands at $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at The University of Alabama pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Psychology majors, 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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