Psychology at University of Memphis
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at University of Memphis. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Memphis is in Memphis, TN.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Memphis
Many students take online classes at University of Memphis. Among 20,276 students, 5,051 (25%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,430 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Memphis
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Memphis’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #5 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #14 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #61 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #118 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #425 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #866 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Tennessee | #5 of 29 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Tennessee | #14 of 29 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #61 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #118 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #425 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #866 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Memphis
Those who finish University of Memphis’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $25,026 |
| 2 years | $37,406 |
| 3 years | $30,457 |
| 4 years | $38,074 |
| 5 years | $43,526 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from University of Memphis earn a median of $38,074, compared with $55,025 for all University of Memphis graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from University of Memphis is $27,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at University of Memphis go on to a range of careers. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.