Psychology at Vanguard University of Southern California
If you are interested in studying Psychology, consider the program at Vanguard University of Southern California. Get started with the following essential facts.
Vanguard University of Southern California is in Costa Mesa, CA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Vanguard University of Southern California
Online coursework is an option at Vanguard University of Southern California. Of 2,246 students, 393 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 950 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Vanguard University of Southern California
Rankings can help you compare Vanguard University of Southern California’s Psychology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #69 of 183 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #85 of 237 |
| Best Value | California | #138 of 175 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #166 of 225 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #371 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #802 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California
Students who complete Vanguard University of Southern California’s Psychology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,456 |
| 2 years | $34,382 |
| 3 years | $40,215 |
| 4 years | $50,810 |
| 5 years | $55,771 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Psychology graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California report median earnings of $50,810, compared with $55,817 for all Vanguard University of Southern California graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Psychology graduates from Vanguard University of Southern California comes in at $16,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Those who complete Psychology program at Vanguard University of Southern California pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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