Psychology at Brown University
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 Rhode Island
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Rhode Island (9 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | — | $57,019 | — | — |
| Providence College | $37,863 | $58,954 | $27,000 | 0.71 |
| University of Rhode Island | $37,414 | $46,464 | $23,880 | 0.64 |
| Salve Regina University | $35,096 | $47,799 | $27,000 | 0.77 |
| Rhode Island College | $33,694 | $40,576 | $22,723 | 0.67 |
| Roger Williams University | $32,289 | $48,854 | $27,000 | 0.84 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Rhode Island
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Rhode Island schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence College Providence | $60,848 | $37,863 | $27,000 |
| University of Rhode Island Kingston | $16,408 | $37,414 | $23,880 |
| Salve Regina University Newport | $47,930 | $35,096 | $27,000 |
| Rhode Island College Providence | $10,986 | $33,694 | $22,723 |
| Roger Williams University Bristol | $42,666 | $32,289 | $27,000 |
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 Brown University, approximately 13% 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.