Psychology at University of Iowa
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, consider the program at University of Iowa. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Iowa sits in Iowa City, IA.
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Online Class Availability at University of Iowa
Many students take online classes at University of Iowa. Among 30,779 students, 3,028 (10%) studied exclusively online and 13,742 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Iowa
Rankings can help you compare University of Iowa’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Iowa
Those who finish University of Iowa’s Psychology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $62,536 |
| 2 years | $82,440 |
| 4 years | $88,599 |
| 5 years | $54,799 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from University of Iowa report median earnings of $88,599, compared with $69,768 for all University of Iowa graduates — about 27% higher than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Students who finish Psychology program at University of Iowa pursue many career paths. Here 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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