Psychology at University of West Georgia
What traits are you looking for in a school for Psychology, you may want to check out the program at University of West Georgia. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of West Georgia is located in Carrollton, GA.
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Online Class Availability at University of West Georgia
Many students take online classes at University of West Georgia. Among 14,337 students, 7,383 (51%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,003 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of West Georgia
Rankings can help you compare University of West Georgia’s Psychology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #21 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #23 of 42 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #222 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #677 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1259 of 1,496 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #21 of 42 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #23 of 42 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #130 of 325 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #222 of 326 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #677 of 1,472 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1259 of 1,496 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of West Georgia
Graduates of University of West Georgia’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 | $28,942 |
| 2 years | $26,662 |
| 3 years | $28,074 |
| 4 years | $38,442 |
| 5 years | $43,968 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from University of West Georgia take home a median $38,442, compared with $57,490 for all University of West Georgia graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from University of West Georgia stands at $26,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at University of West Georgia work across a variety of fields. Below are the highest-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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