Analysis
Psychology graduates from similar Vermont programs earn around $37,500 in their first year, which puts this field roughly $6,000 above the national median for bachelor's-level psychology. That's meaningful context—Vermont's market for early-career psychology graduates appears stronger than most states. With estimated debt near $27,000, the 0.72 debt-to-earnings ratio suggests manageable repayment, particularly for a field where many graduates pursue additional credentials or non-profit work.
However, Landmark College serves a specialized population—students with learning differences—and the limited data here means we're working with broad state averages rather than outcomes specific to this school's mission and student body. The peer programs generating these estimates include large public universities and selective liberal arts colleges with very different student profiles. What works financially for a typical Vermont psychology graduate may not reflect the pathways Landmark students take, especially given the school's focus on learning support and transition planning.
The bottom line: if your child thrives in Landmark's structured environment and needs its specialized support, the estimated debt load isn't alarming compared to earnings potential in Vermont's market. But recognize you're making this decision with borrowed data from schools that may serve fundamentally different populations. Request placement outcomes directly from Landmark—where graduates work, whether they pursue graduate school, and how the college's career services support psychology majors specifically.
Where Landmark College Stands
Earnings vs. debt across all psychology bachelors's programs nationally
Compare to Similar Programs in Vermont
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Vermont (8 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $64,290 | $37,452* | — | $26,938* | — | |
| $65,280 | $43,839* | $67,306 | $17,256* | 0.39 | |
| $49,600 | $41,164* | $51,746 | $26,938* | 0.65 | |
| $11,400 | $37,452* | — | —* | — | |
| $50,040 | $36,902* | $41,738 | $27,000* | 0.73 | |
| $18,890 | $32,674* | $42,915 | $22,958* | 0.70 | |
| National Median | — | $31,482* | — | $25,500* | 0.81 |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with psychology graduates
Industrial-Organizational Psychologists
Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
Psychologists, All Other
Neuropsychologists
Clinical Neuropsychologists
Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary
Managers, All Other
Loss Prevention Managers
Social Science Research Assistants
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 Landmark College, approximately 14% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in VT. Actual outcomes may vary.