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 BVU ranks among other schools offering degrees in psychology.
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The bachelor's program at BVU was ranked #484 on College Factual's Best Schools for psychology list. It is also ranked #12 in Iowa.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Buena Vista University handed out 32 bachelor's degrees in general psychology. This is a decrease of 55% over the previous year when 71 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of psychology students who receive their bachelor's degree at BVU is $29,420. This is higher than $28,637, which is the national median for all psychology bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at BVU, psychology students borrow a median amount of $32,500 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,000 for all psychology majors across the country.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the psychology majors at Buena Vista University.
Of the 32 students who earned a bachelor's degree in General Psychology from BVU in 2020-2021, 9% were men and 91% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at BVU are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 69% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Buena Vista University with a bachelor's in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 22 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 7 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling & Applied Psychology | 7 |
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