Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Tennessee Technological University · Cookeville, TN
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Tennessee Technological University earn a median of $28,394 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 $13,625, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Rhodes College Memphis | $37,563 | $24,589 |
| Trevecca Nazarene University Nashville | $37,019 | $18,750 |
| Vanderbilt University Nashville | $36,716 | $11,187 |
| The University of the South Sewanee | $35,379 | $17,148 |
| Middle Tennessee State University Murfreesboro | $32,433 | $19,940 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $31,582 | $24,875 |
| The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga | $30,984 | $18,968 |
| The University of Tennessee Southern Pulaski | $30,958 | $18,825 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $30,735 | $26,000 |
| Tusculum University Greeneville | $30,170 | $26,630 |
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $29,086 | $21,832 |
| King University Bristol | $28,795 | $22,019 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $28,705 | $22,500 |
| Lipscomb University Nashville | $28,252 | $22,610 |
| Carson-Newman University Jefferson City | $28,217 | $25,125 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Tennessee Technological University make?
The median salary is $28,394 one year after graduation and $37,538 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $13,625.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.