Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University · Blacksburg, VA
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University earn a median of $33,733 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 $21,500, about 64% of first-year earnings.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington | $44,163 | $19,250 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $36,818 | $17,924 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $36,326 | $17,625 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $36,309 | $25,000 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $36,121 | $19,268 |
| Randolph-Macon College Ashland | $35,967 | $25,974 |
| Christopher Newport University Newport News | $35,028 | $23,250 |
| Shenandoah University Winchester | $34,531 | $25,000 |
| Old Dominion University Norfolk | $34,303 | $23,000 |
| Marymount University Arlington | $33,277 | $27,000 |
| Radford University Radford | $32,751 | $25,000 |
| Liberty University Lynchburg | $32,679 | $27,977 |
| Roanoke College Salem | $32,550 | $27,000 |
| James Madison University Harrisonburg | $31,734 | $21,500 |
| Virginia Wesleyan University Virginia Beach | $31,123 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University make?
The median salary is $33,733 one year after graduation and $58,977 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,500.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.