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Psychology Schools in Maryland

In 2020-2021, 286 students earned their Psychology degrees in MD.

As a degree choice, Psychology is the 15th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Maryland

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 197
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 49
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 49
Post-Master’s Certificate 40
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 40

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.6%
  • Black or African American: 21.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 7.0%
  • White: 55.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 7.0%
  • Other Races: 3.8%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Maryland

17,600 people in the state and 625,220 in the nation are employed in jobs related to psychology.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Maryland

In this state, psychology grads earn an average of $87,850. Nationwide, they make an average of $95,610.

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

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
73% Graduation Rate
21,917 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.70% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 55% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $18,105.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
5,282 Total Students

This private institution charges an average net price of $35,387. It takes the average student 4.05 years to graduate. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.90%.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
42% Graduation Rate
6,250 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.76 years. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 89% get financial aid.

29 Degrees in Major Awarded
68% Graduation Rate
13,497 Total Students

The average student takes 4.49 years to complete their degree at UMBC. The full-time teacher rate is 66%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 83% of students receive it.

26 Degrees in Major Awarded
86% Graduation Rate
40,709 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%. 17 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. In their early career, UMCP grads earn an average salary of $59,719.

25 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
968 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $45,320 after graduation. 97% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1.

17 Degrees in Major Awarded
37% Graduation Rate
4,169 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.76 years. The full-time teacher rate is 62%. The 5.70% student loan default rate is lower than average.

12 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
28,890 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Graduates earn an average $75,418 after graduation. This private school has an average net price of $23,428.

7 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
4,857 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 6.50%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $39,374 after earning their degree at this institution. This public school has an average net price of $15,748.

1 Degrees in Major Awarded
39% Graduation Rate
7,634 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $17,351. It takes the average student 4.73 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 75% are considered full time.

Psychology Careers in MD

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title MD Job Growth MD Median Salary
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 15% $78,980
Psychology Professors 7% $77,960
Psychologists 5% $106,670
Managers 2% $119,900

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

Major Annual Graduates in MD
Education 3,634
Social Sciences 1,347
Communication & Journalism 268
Library Science 104
History 55
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 33
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 15

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