Psychology at Ferrum 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 Virginia
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Virginia (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferrum College | — | $28,872 | — | — |
| Virginia Military Institute | $44,163 | $60,540 | $19,250 | 0.44 |
| William & Mary | $36,818 | $51,232 | $19,379 | 0.53 |
| George Mason University | $36,326 | $48,517 | $21,000 | 0.58 |
| University of Richmond | $36,309 | $51,312 | $25,500 | 0.70 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus | $36,121 | $60,347 | $19,500 | 0.54 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Virginia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Virginia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Military Institute Lexington | $20,484 | $44,163 | $19,250 |
| William & Mary Williamsburg | $25,040 | $36,818 | $19,379 |
| George Mason University Fairfax | $13,815 | $36,326 | $21,000 |
| University of Richmond University of Richmond | $62,600 | $36,309 | $25,500 |
| University of Virginia-Main Campus Charlottesville | $20,986 | $36,121 | $19,500 |
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 Ferrum College, approximately 47% 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.