Psychology at Johns Hopkins 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 Maryland
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (21 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Hopkins University | — | $65,048 | — | — |
| University of Maryland Global Campus | $42,056 | $47,572 | $23,465 | 0.56 |
| Bowie State University | $36,765 | $47,990 | $28,375 | 0.77 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | $35,933 | $54,690 | $20,500 | 0.57 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County | $35,721 | $48,488 | $20,500 | 0.57 |
| Washington College | $34,490 | $50,653 | $27,000 | 0.78 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Maryland Global Campus Adelphi | $7,992 | $42,056 | $23,465 |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $8,999 | $36,765 | $28,375 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $11,505 | $35,933 | $20,500 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $12,952 | $35,721 | $20,500 |
| Washington College Chestertown | $54,356 | $34,490 | $27,000 |
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 Johns Hopkins University, approximately 20% 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.