Psychology (Bachelor's Degree) at Campbellsville University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$31,478

50th percentile

60th percentile in Kentucky

Median Debt

$23,250

9% below national median

Analysis

With a first-year salary of $31,478 against $23,250 in debt, Campbellsville's psychology program sits squarely in the middle of the national pack—but performs better than 60% of Kentucky programs. That state context matters: psychology graduates here earn about $2,700 more than the typical Kentucky psych grad, while taking on slightly less debt than the state median. The 0.74 debt-to-earnings ratio means manageable loan payments, roughly equivalent to financing a modest car.

However, the small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift significantly year to year. And while outperforming most Kentucky programs is encouraging, the gap to top state programs is substantial—Spalding and University of the Cumberlands graduates earn $9,000-$5,000 more annually. For a psychology bachelor's degree, where many students continue to graduate school anyway, starting $23,000 in debt isn't prohibitive. But families should recognize this positions graduates for entry-level human services work, not the higher-earning outcomes some Kentucky programs deliver.

If your child is committed to staying in Kentucky and values the small-school environment Campbellsville offers, this program delivers middle-of-the-road value with below-average debt. Just understand you're trading potential earnings upside for accessibility and manageable loans.

Where Campbellsville University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all psychology bachelors's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Campbellsville University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Kentucky

Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kentucky (24 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Campbellsville UniversityCampbellsville	$26,990	$31,478	—	$23,250	0.74
Spalding UniversityLouisville	$27,850	$40,262	$39,085	$31,750	0.79
University of the CumberlandsWilliamsburg	$9,875	$36,913	$35,801	$21,750	0.59
Northern Kentucky UniversityHighland Heights	$10,896	$36,209	$35,440	$26,088	0.72
Georgetown CollegeGeorgetown	$42,010	$33,921	$43,886	$27,000	0.80
University of LouisvilleLouisville	$12,828	$30,416	$39,677	$23,500	0.77
National Median	—	$31,482	—	$25,500	0.81

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with psychology graduates

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training, and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

$94,310/yrJobs growth:

Clinical and Counseling Psychologists

Assess, diagnose, and treat mental and emotional disorders of individuals through observation, interview, and psychological tests. Help individuals with distress or maladjustment understand their problems through their knowledge of case history, interviews with patients, and theory. Provide individual or group counseling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational, and vocational development and adjustment. May design behavior modification programs and consult with medical personnel regarding the best treatment for patients.

$94,310/yrJobs growth:

Psychologists, All Other

All psychologists not listed separately.

$94,310/yrJobs growth:

Neuropsychologists

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to evaluate and diagnose disorders of higher cerebral functioning, often in research and medical settings. Study the human brain and the effect of physiological states on human cognition and behavior. May formulate and administer programs of treatment.

$94,310/yrJobs growth:

Clinical Neuropsychologists

Assess and diagnose patients with neurobehavioral problems related to acquired or developmental disorders of the nervous system, such as neurodegenerative disorders, traumatic brain injury, seizure disorders, and learning disabilities. Recommend treatment after diagnosis, such as therapy, medication, or surgery. Assist with evaluation before and after neurosurgical procedures, such as deep brain stimulation.

$94,310/yrJobs growth:

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

Social Science Research Assistants

Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.

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 Campbellsville University, approximately 22% 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.

Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 31 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.