by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 22 U.S. colleges awarded 185 degrees and certificates in Biopsychology. Bachelor’s degrees are the most popular award, at 99% of graduates. College Factual ranks 4 schools in its 2027 Best Biopsychology Schools ranking and compares their cost in a Best Value ranking. Graduates earn a median $43,343 one year after completing, rising to $58,057 after four years.
Studying Biopsychology involves the study of Biopsychology. A Program That Focuses On Biological And Psychological Linkages, Especially The Linkages Between Biochemical And Biophysical Activity And The Functioning Of The Central Nervous System.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings 2027. Data as of: July 2026.
Across the country, biopsychology is a popular field of study, with 185 degrees awarded annually. 22 colleges award biopsychology degrees, an average of 8 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 81.
By level, the 185 awards include 184 bachelor’s degrees and 1 master’s degrees.
Women earned 85% of biopsychology degrees and certificates in the latest year (157 of 185). The largest groups of graduates by race and ethnicity are White (65) and Black or African American (33), and international students earned 8.
College Factual ranks 4 schools in its 2027 Best Biopsychology Schools ranking, including 4 for bachelor’s degrees. It also ranks biopsychology schools within 1 state. In all, 22 colleges offer biopsychology programs; compare them by degree level below or in the Best Value Biopsychology Colleges ranking, which weighs quality against cost.
The most common biopsychology credential is the bachelor’s degree: 184 of the 185 awarded in the latest year. Jobs related to biopsychology call most for Reading Comprehension, Speaking and Writing, and for knowledge of English Language, Mathematics and Biology, according to O*NET. The most important abilities are Oral Expression, Written Comprehension and Written Expression.
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How long a biopsychology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degree | 4 years | 184 |
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 1 |
Doctoral degree is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to biopsychology, at 28.8%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral degree | 28.8% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 25.3% |
| Post-doctoral training | 19.9% |
| Master’s degree | 14.5% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 3.4% |
| Some college courses | 2.7% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 2.6% |
| High school diploma or equivalent | 2.1% |
| Post-master’s certificate | 0.5% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 0.2% |
Source: O*NET Online.
8 occupations are related to Biopsychology, with an average median salary of $95,842; the strongest outlook belongs to Clinical Research Coordinators, at 10.4% projected job growth. Typical job titles include College Professor, Adjunct Instructor, College Faculty Member and Associate Professor.
That occupation also has the most projected jobs of any related to biopsychology, at 542,888.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Clinical Research Coordinators | 542,888 | 10.4% |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | 513,614 | -3.0% |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | 276,211 | 6.3% |
| Natural Sciences Managers | 179,495 | 8.7% |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | 125,815 | 8.9% |
| Water Resource Specialists | 78,994 | -0.4% |
| Transportation Planners | 43,539 | 4.1% |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | 24,588 | 6.1% |
Biopsychology graduates earn a median $43,343 one year after completing their program, $58,057 after four years and $59,131 after five years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,343 |
| 4 years | $58,057 |
| 5 years | $59,131 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to biopsychology is Water Resource Specialists, with a median salary of $179,716.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Water Resource Specialists | $179,716 |
| Natural Sciences Managers | $132,227 |
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $111,314 |
| Clinical Research Coordinators | $110,931 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
| Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary | $41,048 |
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