The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
EarningsPlus compares student earnings after college against a benchmark of all students with the same graduate degree, adjusting for the in-state / out-of-state composition of the student body.
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Best psychology graduate programs in North Carolina
Psychology master’s graduates in North Carolina earn a weighted average salary of $43,133 3 years after graduation, placing them in the bottom 50% nationally.
Our psychology graduate rankings cover 4 of the 12 programs available in North Carolina, accounting for 37% of total student graduates. We only include schools with sufficient earnings and/or debt data.
Cost of living is not considered when comparing states.
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$47,841
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$37,629
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#2 in North Carolina|#102 in Psychology nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$52,979
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings0.8
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$41,604
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#3 in North Carolina|#274 in Psychology nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$27,476
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings1.4
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$37,908
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
#4 in North Carolina|#280 in Psychology nationally
The Economic Score is the combination of debt-to-earnings ratio and earningsplus. We use the economic score to determine a graduate program’s rank. The lower the economic score the better. For an analysis of how we arrive at the economic score, and a description of our data sources, please visit our methodology page.
Earnings$38,289
Median earnings of all students 3 years after graduating.
Debt to earnings2.1
The debt-to-earnings ratio is calculated by dividing student debt upon graduation by the annual salary. A debt to earnings ratio of 1 means that annual educational debt is the same as annual earnings.
Debt$80,962
The total debt accrued by the median student at the time of graduation.
How long does it take to pay down debt in psychology in North Carolina?
Years
Under a year
The average debt accrued from a master's degree in psychology is covered by average graduate earnings in under a year.
How much do graduates with a master's degree in psychology earn in North Carolina?
Salary
$43,133
The median master's degree in psychology graduate earns $43,133 3 years after graduating.
How much does a master's degree in psychology cost in North Carolina?
Net cost
$16,062
The average annual cost of a master's degree in psychology is $16,062. This is the net cost and considers only students that have received Title IV funds.
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