Psychology at John Carroll University

John Carroll's psychology graduates earn $36,602 in their first year—a figure that outperforms 87% of psychology programs nationally but only reaches the 60th percentile among Ohio schools. That gap reveals an important truth: Ohio's psychology programs are unusually strong, with the state median of $30,682 already exceeding the national median. At $27,000 in debt versus $43,225 in fourth-year earnings, graduates face a manageable financial picture, though they're paying a bit above the state average for debt.

The earnings trajectory here deserves attention. That 18% growth to $43,225 by year four suggests graduates are finding progressively better opportunities, which matters given that bachelor's-level psychology jobs often start modest. The 0.74 debt ratio means graduates owe less than they earn in their first year—a reasonable starting point for a field where many eventually pursue graduate degrees to unlock higher salaries.

For parents weighing this program, the calculus is straightforward: you're getting above-national performance at moderate debt levels, though several Ohio schools (including Kenyon and Muskingum) show stronger earnings. If your student is committed to psychology and graduate school isn't certain, this represents a solid middle-ground option that won't bury them in debt while they figure out their next step.