# Florida Atlantic University: Psychology (Research) (bachelor's)

Boca Raton, FL. IPEDS 133669, CIP 42.27. Page: https://educationguide.com/colleges/florida-atlantic-university/majors/psychology-research

## Graduate outcomes
- Median earnings 1 year after graduating: $23,981
- Median earnings 4 years after graduating: $56,012 (U.S. median for this major: $56,830 across 82 colleges)
- Median federal loan debt: $18,384 (U.S. median $21,000)
- Rank in FL: 2 of 3 colleges by 4-year earnings

## Psychology (Research) at FL colleges
| College | Earnings 4 yrs | Median debt | Avg. net price | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Institute of Technology | $66,923 | not reported | $35,639 | 64% |
| Florida Atlantic University | $56,012 | $18,384 | $8,752 | 63% |
| University of North Florida | $45,521 | $18,750 | $10,154 | 69% |

## Careers
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers (SOC 21-1021): median wage $59,710 Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, $56,550 FL, $59,550 U.S.; U.S. jobs 4.4% by 2035
- Social Science Research Assistants (SOC 19-4061): median wage $50,800 Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach, FL, $50,700 FL, $61,990 U.S.; U.S. jobs 5% by 2035

## Sources and years
- Earnings (4 yr): Treasury AY2017-2018, AY2018-2019 pooled earnings cohort measured in CY2022, CY2023, inflation adjusted to 2024 dollars; debt: NSLDS pooled AY2018-19, AY2019-20 cohort

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