Psychology, General
Associate's degree · Southwestern College · Chula Vista, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$41,995Median earnings 4 years after
$29,090Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
199Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Psychology, General at Southwestern College earn a median of $41,995. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $39,288 four years after graduating (middle half: $24,817–$53,171).
Psychology, General (Associate's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Merced College Merced | $34,441 | — |
| Fresno City College Fresno | $27,421 | — |
| San Diego Mesa College San Diego | $26,229 | — |
| Modesto Junior College Modesto | $25,832 | — |
| College of the Desert Palm Desert | $25,792 | — |
| Pasadena City College Pasadena | $24,894 | — |
| Lemoore College Lemoore | $24,719 | — |
| College of the Sequoias Visalia | $23,008 | — |
| Mt San Antonio College Walnut | $16,894 | — |
| Coalinga College Coalinga | $16,139 | — |
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$33,801 - Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's degree
$39,527 - Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessAssociate's degree
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$51,082
Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Southwestern College make?
The median salary is $41,995 and $29,090 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.