Psychology at Westfield State University
If you plan to study Psychology, consider the program at Westfield State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Westfield State University is located in Westfield, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Westfield State University
Distance learning is available at Westfield State University. Of 4,588 students, 515 (11%) studied exclusively online and 2,058 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Psychology Rankings at Westfield State University
Use these rankings to compare Westfield State University’s Psychology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #16 of 52 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #23 of 113 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #27 of 54 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #52 of 116 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #415 of 1,496 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #718 of 1,472 |
Earnings for Psychology Graduates from Westfield State University
Those who finish Westfield State University’s Psychology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,569 |
| 2 years | $39,946 |
| 3 years | $44,362 |
| 4 years | $49,802 |
| 5 years | $54,402 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Psychology graduates from Westfield State University report median earnings of $49,802, compared with $52,209 for all Westfield State University graduates — about 5% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Psychology graduates from Westfield State University stands at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Psychology Graduates
Graduates of the Psychology program at Westfield State University pursue many career paths. Here 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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