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Psychology in Georgia

Psychology Schools in Georgia

In 2022-2023, 4,571 students earned their Psychology degrees in GA.

In this state, Psychology is the 10th most popular major out of a total 32 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Georgia

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 407
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 103
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 103
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 103
Post-Master’s Certificate 39
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 39

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.1%
  • Black or African American: 30.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.9%
  • White: 46.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 2.5%
  • Other Races: 6.0%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Georgia

In this state, there are 17,300 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Georgia

A typical salary for a psychology grad in the state is $89,190, compared to a typical salary of $95,610 nationwide.

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

102 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
9,006 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 97% are considered full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.25 years.

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99 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
39,147 Total Students

It takes the average student 4.27 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 90% are considered full time. This public school has an average net price of $15,117.

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68 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
36,360 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time. It takes the average student 4.61 years to graduate. A typical student attending Georgia State will pay a net price of $17,202.

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61 Degrees in Major Awarded
54% Graduation Rate
26,949 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 83%. This public school has an average net price of $15,266. The average student takes 4.58 years to complete their degree at GaSou.

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#5

Life University

Marietta
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
28% Graduation Rate
2,761 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 92% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.52 years. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

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#6

Brenau University

Gainesville
25 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
2,813 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 11 to 1. The average student takes 4.21 years to complete their degree at Brenau. This private institution charges an average net price of $23,535.

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Emory University

Atlanta
19 Degrees in Major Awarded
90% Graduation Rate
13,997 Total Students

This private school has an average net price of $24,142. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 74% are considered full time.

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17 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
13,419 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,374. It takes the average student 4.64 years to graduate. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

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17 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
8,920 Total Students

A typical student attending Augusta University will pay a net price of $13,417. 66% of the teachers are full time. Most students complete their degree in 4.81 years.

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14 Degrees in Major Awarded
31% Graduation Rate
7,052 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.10%. Most students complete their degree in 4.96 years. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 100% of students receive it.

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