by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how U of I ranks among other schools offering degrees in psychology.
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The bachelor's program at U of I was ranked #219 on College Factual's Best Schools for psychology list. It is also ranked #1 in Idaho.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, University of Idaho handed out 134 bachelor's degrees in general psychology. This is an increase of 22% over the previous year when 110 degrees were handed out.
In 2022, 9 students received their master’s degree in psychology from U of I. This makes it the #172 most popular school for psychology master’s degree candidates in the country.
The median salary of psychology students who receive their bachelor's degree at U of I is $28,289. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $31,484 for all psychology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at U of I, psychology students borrow a median amount of $27,649 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,532 for all psychology majors across the country.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor's degree student from the psychology program at U of I is $200 per month.
Out-of-state part-time undergraduates at U of I paid an average of $1,351 per credit hour in 2022-2023. The average for in-state students was $389 per credit hour. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $6,540 | $27,508 |
| Fees | $2,276 | $2,276 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,232 | $1,232 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $10,380 | $10,380 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $3,552 | $3,552 |
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Of the 134 students who earned a bachelor's degree in General Psychology from U of I in 2021-2022, 22% were men and 78% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at U of I are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 73% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Idaho with a bachelor's in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 16 |
| White | 98 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 14 |
U of I does not offer an online option for its psychology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the U of I Online Learning page.
Of the 13 students who earned a master's degree in General Psychology from U of I in 2021-2022, 38% were men and 62% were women.
The majority of master's degree recipients in this major at U of I are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 54% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Idaho with a master's in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the psychology majors at University of Idaho.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Psychology | 2 |
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