Psychology at Northern Illinois University

Doctoral degree graduates in psychology from Northern Illinois University earn a median of $73,405 one year after graduating and $85,719 after four years.

Earnings after 1 year
$73,405
After 4 years
$85,719
Median debt
—
Graduates (2 yrs)
29

That is 4% below the national median of $76,763 for this degree. It ranks 21st of 34 colleges for first-year earnings in psychology (doctoral degree).

Psychology (Doctoral degree) at Northern Illinois University vs. nationally

Northern Illinois UniversityTypical college
Earnings after 1 year$73,405$76,763
Earnings after 4 years$85,719$96,534
Median debt—$84,797

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Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal financial aid, measured by the U.S. Department of Education from tax records. Debt is the median federal loan balance at graduation.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Northern Illinois University psychology graduates make?

Graduates with a doctoral degree in psychology from Northern Illinois University earn a median of $73,405 one year after graduation and $85,719 four years after.