Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Washington State University · Pullman, WA
$36,216Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,681Median earnings 4 years after
$56,856Median earnings 5 years after
$19,515Median federal debt
513Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Washington State University earn a median of $36,216 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 $19,515, about 54% of first-year earnings.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle Pacific University Seattle | $40,264 | $25,687 |
| Seattle University Seattle | $37,452 | $19,500 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $36,964 | $18,834 |
| University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma | $34,660 | $14,342 |
| University of Washington-Bothell Campus Bothell | $34,660 | $14,342 |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $34,660 | $14,342 |
| Eastern Washington University Cheney | $34,594 | $16,500 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $33,554 | $27,000 |
| Saint Martin's University Lacey | $33,509 | $21,825 |
| Whitman College Walla Walla | $33,090 | $15,000 |
| Western Washington University Bellingham | $32,306 | $18,654 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $30,757 | $21,969 |
| Northwest University-Center for Online and Extended Education Kirkland | $30,547 | $21,514 |
| Northwest University Kirkland | $30,547 | $21,514 |
| Whitworth University Spokane | $29,005 | $24,312 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Washington State University make?
The median salary is $36,216 one year after graduation and $56,856 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,515.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.