by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual reviewed 6 schools in California to determine which ones were the best for associate degree seekers in the field of psychology. Combined, these schools handed out 13,583 associate degrees in psychology to qualified students.
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The psychology associate degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. This section explores some of the factors we include in our ranking and how much they vary depending on the school you select. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
The overall quality of a associate degree school is important to ensure a quality education, not just how well they do in a particular major. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
One measure we use to determine the quality of a school is to look at the average salary of associate graduates during the early years of their career. This is because one of the main reasons people pursue their associate degree is to enable themselves to find better-paying positions.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for psychology students working on their associate degree.
Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Psychology Associate Degree Schools in California ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision.
Below you'll see a list of the best colleges and universities for pursuing an associate degree in psychology.
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in psychology needs to look into College of the Canyons. College of the Canyons is a large public college located in the suburb of Santa Clarita.More information about a associate in psychology from College of the Canyons
It's hard to beat Merced College if you wish to pursue an associate degree in psychology. Located in the small city of Merced, Merced Community College District is a public college with a large student population.More information about a associate in psychology from Merced College
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in psychology has to take a look at Mt. San Antonio College. Located in the large suburb of Walnut, Mt. SAC is a public college with a very large student population.More information about a associate in psychology from Mt. San Antonio College
Any student who is interested in an associate degree in psychology needs to look into Fresno City College. Fresno City College is a very large public college located in the city of Fresno.More information about a associate in psychology from Fresno City College
College of the Desert is a fairly large public college located in the small city of Palm Desert.More information about a associate in psychology from College of the Desert
Located in the city of San Diego, San Diego Mesa College is a public college with a fairly large student population.More information about a associate in psychology from San Diego Mesa College
Explore all the Best Psychology Schools in the Far Western US Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 35 | 19 |
| Nevada | 35 | 179 |
| Washington | 33 | 0 |
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Psychology | 13,563 |
| Other Psychology | 20 |
