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Psychology in District of Columbia

Psychology Schools in District of Columbia

592 students earned Psychology degrees in District of Columbia in the 2022-2023 year.

In terms of popularity, Psychology is the 57th most popular major in the state out of a total 171 majors commonly available.

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 47
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 14
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 14

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: 6.9%
  • Black or African American: 25.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 11.7%
  • White: 41.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.4%
  • Other Races: 10.1%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in District of Columbia

In this state, there are 20,960 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in District of Columbia

A typical salary for a psychology grad in the state is $95,500, compared to a typical salary of $95,610 nationwide.

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There are 5 colleges in District of Columbia that offer psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 5 below:

#1

American University

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

56% of the teachers are full time. An average student at The American University will pay a net price of $43,412. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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

99% of students get financical aid. An average student at CUA will pay a net price of $33,417. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 48% are considered full time.

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#3

Howard University

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

99% of students get financical aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.23 years. The student to faculty ratio is 14 to 1.

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#4

Gallaudet University

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

Most students complete their degree in 4.58 years. This private school has an average net price of $12,167. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 95% of students receive it.

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#5

Georgetown University

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

45% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 46% of the teachers are full time.

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

Major Annual Graduates in DC
Clinical & Counseling Psychology 309
Child Development & Psychology 25
Other Psychology 1

View all majors related to Psychology

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