Psychology at University of South Dakota
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at University of South Dakota. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Dakota is in Vermillion, SD.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of South Dakota
Distance learning is available at University of South Dakota. Of 10,619 students, 3,777 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,110 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of South Dakota
Rankings can help you compare University of South Dakota’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 135 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #63 of 133 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #418 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #763 of 1,472 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #1 of 6 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #4 of 6 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #33 of 135 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #63 of 133 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #418 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #763 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of South Dakota
Students who complete University of South Dakota’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,333 |
| 2 years | $34,500 |
| 3 years | $37,874 |
| 4 years | $47,973 |
| 5 years | $53,132 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from University of South Dakota take home a median $47,973, compared with $60,001 for all University of South Dakota graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from University of South Dakota comes in at $24,593.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at University of South Dakota pursue many career paths. 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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