Psychology, General
Bachelor's degree · Fairmont State University · Fairmont, WV
$29,307Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,235Median earnings 4 years after
$39,548Median earnings 5 years after
$22,494Median federal debt
33Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Psychology, General at Fairmont State University earn a median of $29,307 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 $22,494, about 77% of first-year earnings.
Psychology, General (Bachelor's degree) at other West Virginia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| American Public University System Charles Town | $39,655 | $27,550 |
| Shepherd University Shepherdstown | $31,282 | $21,449 |
| Marshall University Huntington | $30,864 | $25,158 |
| West Virginia University Morgantown | $28,879 | $22,500 |
| West Virginia University Institute of Technology Beckley | $28,879 | $22,500 |
| West Virginia State University Institute | $28,185 | $25,000 |
| Bethany College Bethany | $25,963 | $27,000 |
| Concord University Athens | $20,993 | $16,699 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Psychology, General graduates from Fairmont State University make?
The median salary is $29,307 one year after graduation and $39,548 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $22,494.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.