Psychology at The University of Montana
If you are interested in studying Psychology, take a look at what The University of Montana. Get started with the following essential facts.
The University of Montana sits in Missoula, MT.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Montana
Online coursework is an option at The University of Montana. Of 10,811 students, 2,398 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,174 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at The University of Montana
These rankings give you a sense of how The University of Montana’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #34 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #43 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #746 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1220 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Montana | #2 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #4 of 5 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #34 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #43 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #746 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1220 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from The University of Montana
Students who complete The University of Montana’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $26,665 |
| 2 years | $51,479 |
| 3 years | $29,870 |
| 4 years | $37,141 |
| 5 years | $41,785 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from The University of Montana earn a median of $37,141, compared with $49,692 for all The University of Montana graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from The University of Montana comes in at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at The University of Montana work across a variety of fields. 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
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