Psychology at University of Nevada-Reno
If you are interested in studying Psychology, you may want to check out the program at University of Nevada-Reno. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Nevada-Reno is located in Reno, NV.
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Online Class Availability at University of Nevada-Reno
Many students take online classes at University of Nevada-Reno. Of 23,024 students, 1,483 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,208 (27%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Nevada-Reno
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Nevada-Reno’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #75 of 237 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #150 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #319 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nevada | #1 of 5 |
| Best Value | Nevada | #5 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #75 of 237 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #150 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #319 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #479 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Nevada-Reno
Those who finish University of Nevada-Reno’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 | $28,592 |
| 2 years | $48,813 |
| 3 years | $55,310 |
| 4 years | $70,056 |
| 5 years | $57,054 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from University of Nevada-Reno take home a median $70,056, compared with $62,381 for all University of Nevada-Reno graduates — about 12% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from University of Nevada-Reno is $19,049.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at University of Nevada-Reno work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying 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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