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Psychology Schools in Texas

2,011 students earned Psychology degrees in Texas in the 2020-2021 year.

In this state, Psychology is the 9th most popular major out of a total 32 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Psychology Majors in Texas

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,605
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 278
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 278
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 278
Post-Master’s Certificate 128
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 128

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 4.2%
  • Black or African American: 11.7%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 24.0%
  • White: 51.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.3%
  • Other Races: 4.8%
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Jobs for Psychology Grads in Texas

In this state, there are 31,210 people employed in jobs related to a psychology degree, compared to 625,220 nationwide.

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Wages for Psychology Jobs in Texas

A typical salary for a psychology grad in the state is $78,270, compared to a typical salary of $95,610 nationwide.

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There are 11 colleges in Texas that offer psychology degrees. Learn about the most popular 11 below:

#1

Lamar University

Beaumont
283 Degrees in Major Awarded
27% Graduation Rate
16,637 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 4.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $11,739. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 78% are considered full time.

174 Degrees in Major Awarded
82% Graduation Rate
70,418 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,342 after earning their degree at this institution. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. 81% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

132 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
40,953 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $14,122. The student to faculty ratio is 26 to 1. Most students complete their degree in 4.46 years.

94 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
50,476 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $54,287 after earning their degree at this institution. The average student takes 4.27 years to complete their degree at UT Austin. 84% of the teachers are full time.

83 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
37,812 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $14,887. In their early career, Texas State grads earn an average salary of $43,773. The student to faculty ratio is 22 to 1.

80 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
9,781 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 80% of students receive it. 19 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate of 4.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

75 Degrees in Major Awarded
60% Graduation Rate
40,322 Total Students

The 4.50% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending Texas Tech will pay a net price of $16,194. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 86% of students receive it.

68 Degrees in Major Awarded
52% Graduation Rate
21,912 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.49 years. 21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The student loan default rate is 6.20% which is lower than average.

62 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,053 Total Students

In their early career, UH Clear Lake grads earn an average salary of $47,702. The full-time teacher rate is 98%. This public school has an average net price of $15,001.

#10

Angelo State University

San Angelo
56 Degrees in Major Awarded
34% Graduation Rate
10,775 Total Students

21 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Graduates earn an average $36,686 after graduation. The 9.50% student loan default rate is lower than average.

56 Degrees in Major Awarded
59% Graduation Rate
47,090 Total Students

94% of students get financical aid. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,721. The student to faculty ratio is 23 to 1.

Psychology Careers in TX

Some of the careers psychology majors go into include:

Job Title TX Job Growth TX Median Salary
Clinical, Counseling, and School Psychologists 20% $66,070
Psychology Professors 18% $70,820
Managers 15% $113,510
Psychologists 9% $98,900

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

Major Annual Graduates in TX
Education 11,415
Social Sciences 1,263
Library Science 802
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 646
Communication & Journalism 637
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 375
History 292

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