by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Fitchburg State ranks among other schools offering degrees in psychology.
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The bachelor's program at Fitchburg State was ranked #423 on College Factual's Best Schools for psychology list. It is also ranked #23 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Fitchburg State University handed out 50 bachelor's degrees in general psychology. This is an increase of 35% over the previous year when 37 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of psychology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Fitchburg State is $33,398. 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 Fitchburg State, psychology students borrow a median amount of $26,125 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 Fitchburg State University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 50 students earned a bachelor's degree in psychology from Fitchburg State. About 70% of these graduates were women and the other 30% were men.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 54% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Fitchburg State University with a bachelor's in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 11 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 27 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Child Development & Psychology | 3 |
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