Psychology at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

FAMU's psychology program produces graduates earning just below Florida's median for this degree, though the manageable debt load prevents this from becoming a serious financial concern. Starting at $29,264 and climbing to $34,504 by year four, these earnings trail both state and national benchmarks by a few thousand dollars—but the $24,984 in typical debt means graduates owe less than a year's starting salary, a threshold many financial advisors consider reasonable.

The 18% earnings growth over four years suggests graduates find their footing in the job market, though they're still earning less than peers at larger Florida public universities like USF ($32,438) or private institutions like Saint Leo ($36,139). At 56% Pell grant recipients, FAMU serves a population for whom attending any four-year institution represents social mobility—and psychology majors here aren't facing the crushing debt that would undermine that opportunity. The selectivity (21% admission rate) also means your student earned admission to a competitive program.

The real question is whether your child has a clear path beyond the bachelor's degree. Psychology typically requires graduate school for the highest-earning career tracks, so these early-career earnings might be temporary for students planning on master's or doctoral programs. If they're stopping at a bachelor's and heading straight to work, this program sits firmly in the middle of the pack—not a standout opportunity, but not a financial trap either.