Psychology at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is located in La Crosse, WI.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Online coursework is an option at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse. Of 10,446 students, 532 (5%) studied exclusively online and 5,068 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Use these rankings to compare University of Wisconsin-La Crosse’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wisconsin | #3 of 28 |
| Best Value | Wisconsin | #9 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #12 of 200 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #46 of 199 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #110 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #409 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Those who finish University of Wisconsin-La Crosse’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $32,848 |
| 2 years | $33,423 |
| 3 years | $38,071 |
| 4 years | $49,919 |
| 5 years | $57,222 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Psychology graduates from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse take home a median $49,919, compared with $61,833 for all University of Wisconsin-La Crosse graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse stands at $21,935.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-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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