Psychology at Elizabeth City State 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 North Carolina
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (51 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth City State University | — | $29,365 | — | — |
| Elon University | $36,668 | $48,045 | $23,250 | 0.63 |
| Wake Forest University | $34,823 | $59,767 | $21,500 | 0.62 |
| Campbell University | $33,892 | $37,905 | $27,000 | 0.80 |
| Duke University | $33,559 | $72,857 | $15,415 | 0.46 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill | $31,804 | $46,914 | $14,253 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University Elon | $44,536 | $36,668 | $23,250 |
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $34,823 | $21,500 |
| Campbell University Buies Creek | $40,410 | $33,892 | $27,000 |
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $33,559 | $15,415 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $8,989 | $31,804 | $14,253 |
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 Elizabeth City State University, approximately 53% 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.