Psychology at Berea College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (24 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berea College | — | $35,360 | — | — |
| Spalding University | $40,262 | $39,085 | $31,750 | 0.79 |
| University of the Cumberlands | $36,913 | $35,801 | $21,750 | 0.59 |
| Northern Kentucky University | $36,209 | $35,440 | $26,088 | 0.72 |
| Georgetown College | $33,921 | $43,886 | $27,000 | 0.80 |
| Campbellsville University | $31,478 | — | $23,250 | 0.74 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Kentucky
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kentucky schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spalding University Louisville | $27,850 | $40,262 | $31,750 |
| University of the Cumberlands Williamsburg | $9,875 | $36,913 | $21,750 |
| Northern Kentucky University Highland Heights | $10,896 | $36,209 | $26,088 |
| Georgetown College Georgetown | $42,010 | $33,921 | $27,000 |
| Campbellsville University Campbellsville | $26,990 | $31,478 | $23,250 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Berea College, approximately 81% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.