Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Grand Valley State University · Allendale, MI
$30,100Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$51,460Median earnings 4 years after
$50,042Median earnings 5 years after
$23,000Median federal debt
276Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Grand Valley State University earn a median of $30,100 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 $23,000, about 76% of first-year earnings.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Arbor University Spring Arbor | $35,492 | $25,000 |
| Cornerstone University Grand Rapids | $34,505 | $25,957 |
| Rochester Christian University Rochester Hills | $33,375 | $24,837 |
| Baker College Owosso | $32,913 | $31,829 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn Dearborn | $31,803 | $24,000 |
| Aquinas College Grand Rapids | $31,789 | $27,000 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $31,166 | $27,000 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $30,490 | $27,000 |
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $30,259 | $21,500 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $30,164 | $23,630 |
| Saginaw Valley State University University Center | $30,092 | $25,000 |
| Ferris State University Big Rapids | $29,503 | $26,789 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $29,255 | $23,250 |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $28,890 | $25,000 |
| Northern Michigan University Marquette | $28,246 | $19,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Grand Valley State University make?
The median salary is $30,100 one year after graduation and $50,042 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.