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Psychology Schools in Alabama

In 2020-2021, 355 students earned their Psychology degrees in AL.

In terms of popularity, Psychology is the 10th most popular major in the state out of a total 30 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Alabama

Psychology majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 277
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 59
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 59
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 59
Post-Master’s Certificate 19
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 19

Gender Distribution

In Alabama, a psychology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of psychology majors in Alabama is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.8%
  • Black or African American: 21.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.5%
  • White: 50.1%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.5%
  • Other Races: 20.3%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Alabama

In this state, there are 3,370 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Alabama

A typical salary for a psychology grad in the state is $69,070, compared to a typical salary of $95,610 nationwide.

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There are 10 colleges in Alabama that offer psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

151 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
16,497 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 54%. In their early career, TROY grads earn an average salary of $32,760. The student loan default rate of 7.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

60 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
37,840 Total Students

85% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $20,917. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

45 Degrees in Major Awarded
78% Graduation Rate
30,737 Total Students

74% of students get financical aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $24,018.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
27% Graduation Rate
5,977 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.94 years. A typical student attending AAMU will pay a net price of $15,529. 89% of students get financical aid.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
46% Graduation Rate
8,086 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.67 years. The 8.80% student loan default rate is lower than average.

18 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
22,563 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,530. The average student takes 4.44 years to complete their degree at UAB. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1.

13 Degrees in Major Awarded
43% Graduation Rate
14,224 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,826. Most students complete their degree in 4.56 years. 63% of the teachers are full time.

9 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
5,212 Total Students

98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The average student takes 4.92 years to complete their degree at AUM.

8 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
9,238 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.66 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 99% of students receive it. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
9,999 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,208. In their early career, UAH grads earn an average salary of $47,533. The student loan default rate is 4.70% which is lower than average.

Psychology Careers in AL

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title AL Job Growth AL Median Salary
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 13% $60,370
Psychology Professors 13% $64,810
Managers 6% $101,560
Psychologists 0% $98,890

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to psychology.

Major Annual Graduates in AL
Education 3,231
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 293
Social Sciences 263
Communication & Journalism 218
Library Science 80
History 64
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 14

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