Psychology at University of Colorado Boulder
If you plan to study Psychology, take a look at what University of Colorado Boulder. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Colorado Boulder sits in Boulder, CO.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Colorado Boulder
Many students take online classes at University of Colorado Boulder. Of 38,799 students, 797 (2%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,197 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Colorado Boulder
Rankings can help you compare University of Colorado Boulder’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 51 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #44 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #868 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #2 of 22 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #2 of 51 |
| Best Value | Colorado | #17 of 22 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #44 of 51 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #95 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #868 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Colorado Boulder
Students who complete University of Colorado Boulder’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,383 |
| 2 years | $32,162 |
| 3 years | $39,254 |
| 4 years | $56,916 |
| 5 years | $61,268 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from University of Colorado Boulder take home a median $56,916, compared with $71,162 for all University of Colorado Boulder graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from University of Colorado Boulder is $20,500.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at University of Colorado Boulder work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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