Research and Experimental Psychology

Doctoral degree · University of California-Davis · Davis, CA

CIP 42.27

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$106,855Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

—Median federal debt

—Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the doctoral degree program in Research and Experimental Psychology at University of California-Davis earn a median of $106,855. Nationally, doctoral degree graduates in this field earn a median of $103,410 four years after graduating (middle half: $72,819–$143,120).

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Research and Experimental Psychology graduates from University of California-Davis make?

The median salary is $106,855.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.