Psychology at Butler 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 Indiana
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Indiana (44 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butler University | $33,132* | $36,894 | $27,000 | — |
| Trine University | $37,096* | $39,713 | $27,000 | 0.73 |
| Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses | $37,096* | $39,713 | $27,000 | 0.73 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | $36,111* | — | $33,611 | 0.93 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies | $36,111* | — | $33,611 | 0.93 |
| Indiana State University | $35,742* | $37,358 | $27,000 | 0.76 |
| National Median | $31,482* | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Indiana
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Indiana schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trine University Angola | $35,600 | $37,096 | $27,000 |
| Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses Angola | $9,576 | $37,096 | $27,000 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology Fort Wayne | $30,446 | $36,111 | $33,611 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies Fort Wayne | $9,900 | $36,111 | $33,611 |
| Indiana State University Terre Haute | $9,992 | $35,742 | $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 Butler University, approximately 14% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 26 similar programs in IN. Actual outcomes may vary.