Psychology at Georgia Gwinnett 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 Georgia
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (41 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Georgia Gwinnett College | — | $42,413 | — | — |
| Brenau University | $36,497 | — | $30,761 | 0.84 |
| Life University | $34,260 | — | $31,000 | 0.90 |
| Emory University | $32,085 | $52,842 | $20,500 | 0.64 |
| Morehouse College | $31,474 | — | $26,000 | 0.83 |
| Kennesaw State University | $31,450 | $42,774 | $26,869 | 0.85 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brenau University Gainesville | $33,275 | $36,497 | $30,761 |
| Life University Marietta | $15,036 | $34,260 | $31,000 |
| Emory University Atlanta | $60,774 | $32,085 | $20,500 |
| Morehouse College Atlanta | $31,725 | $31,474 | $26,000 |
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $31,450 | $26,869 |
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 Georgia Gwinnett College, approximately 50% 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.