Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Western Kentucky University · Bowling Green, KY
$25,936Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$44,848Median earnings 4 years after
$41,167Median earnings 5 years after
$22,337Median federal debt
122Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Western Kentucky University earn a median of $25,936 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $50,706 four years after graduating (middle half: $35,740–$67,229). Median debt is $22,337, about 86% of first-year earnings.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Kentucky schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Spalding University Louisville | $40,262 | $28,250 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $36,913 | $13,730 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $36,209 | $24,500 |
| Georgetown College Georgetown | $33,921 | $26,749 |
| Campbellsville University Campbellsville | $31,478 | $21,000 |
| University of Louisville Louisville | $30,416 | $22,008 |
| Bellarmine University Louisville | $29,028 | $25,990 |
| University of Kentucky Lexington | $28,551 | $23,500 |
| Eastern Kentucky University Richmond | $28,273 | $22,985 |
| Midway University Midway | $27,403 | $23,240 |
| Centre College Danville | $26,636 | $27,000 |
| Morehead State University Morehead | $25,789 | $22,560 |
| Brescia University Owensboro | $22,619 | $29,820 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Western Kentucky University make?
The median salary is $25,936 one year after graduation and $41,167 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,337.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.