Psychology at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, take a look at what University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nebraska-Lincoln is located in Lincoln, NE.
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Studying Online at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Online coursework is an option at University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Among 24,393 students, 1,697 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,051 (58%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Use these rankings to compare University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 135 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #34 of 133 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #158 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #565 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nebraska | #1 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #7 of 135 |
| Best Value | Nebraska | #7 of 14 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #34 of 133 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #158 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #565 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Students who complete University of Nebraska-Lincoln’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 | $29,816 |
| 2 years | $45,122 |
| 3 years | $52,440 |
| 4 years | $60,033 |
| 5 years | $59,516 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln take home a median $60,033, compared with $61,163 for all University of Nebraska-Lincoln graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Psychology graduates from University of Nebraska-Lincoln stands at $22,750.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at University of Nebraska-Lincoln go on to a range of careers. Below are the top-paying 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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