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 MUW ranks among other schools offering degrees in psychology.
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The bachelor's program at MUW was ranked #901 on College Factual's Best Schools for psychology list. It is also ranked #8 in Mississippi.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Mississippi University for Women handed out 13 bachelor's degrees in general psychology. This is a decrease of 64% over the previous year when 36 degrees were handed out.
Psychology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from MUW go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $19,447 a year. This is less than $28,637, which is the national median of all psychology majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at MUW, psychology students borrow a median amount of $22,375 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all psychology bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $26,000.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the psychology majors at Mississippi University for Women.
The psychology program at MUW awarded 13 bachelor's degrees in 2020-2021. About 8% of these degrees went to men with the other 92% going to women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 62% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mississippi University for Women with a bachelor's in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
