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Psychology in District of Columbia

Psychology Schools in District of Columbia

In 2022-2023, 929 students earned their Psychology degrees in DC.

As a degree choice, Psychology is the 10th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in District of Columbia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 193
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 143
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 143
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 143
Post-Master’s Certificate 2
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 2

Gender Distribution

In District of Columbia, a psychology major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of psychology majors in District of Columbia is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.4%
  • Black or African American: 23.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 10.8%
  • White: 44.5%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 5.5%
  • Other Races: 9.9%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in District of Columbia

There are 20,960 people in the state and 625,220 people in the nation working in psychology jobs.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in District of Columbia

Psychology grads earn an average of $95,500 in the state and $95,610 nationwide.

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There are 7 colleges in District of Columbia that offer psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

180 Degrees in Major Awarded
766 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 96% are considered full time.

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116 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
27,017 Total Students

The average student takes 4.10 years to complete their degree at GWU. Of all the students who attend this school, 79% get financial aid. This private institution charges an average net price of $34,462.

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25 Degrees in Major Awarded
74% Graduation Rate
5,366 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. This private school has an average net price of $33,417. It takes the average student 4.11 years to graduate.

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American University

Washington
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
79% Graduation Rate
14,001 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 56%. 83% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.

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#5

Howard University

Washington
24 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
10,859 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 67%.

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Gallaudet University

Washington
20 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
1,451 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $12,167. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 100% are considered full time. 95% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

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Georgetown University

Washington
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
19,371 Total Students

45% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The full-time teacher rate is 46%.

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