Psychology at Macalester 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 Minnesota
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macalester College | $36,243* | $47,471 | $26,428* | — |
| College of Saint Benedict | $41,029* | $45,302 | $27,000* | 0.66 |
| Metropolitan State University | $40,958* | $44,425 | $30,155* | 0.74 |
| Capella University | $39,764* | $43,554 | $40,816* | 1.03 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth | $38,543* | $45,061 | $24,225* | 0.63 |
| University of St Thomas | $38,396* | $51,174 | $27,000* | 0.70 |
| National Median | $31,482* | — | $25,500* | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| College of Saint Benedict Saint Joseph | $53,884 | $41,029 | $27,000 |
| Metropolitan State University Saint Paul | $9,780 | $40,958 | $30,155 |
| Capella University Minneapolis | $14,436 | $39,764 | $40,816 |
| University of Minnesota-Duluth Duluth | $14,318 | $38,543 | $24,225 |
| University of St Thomas Saint Paul | $52,284 | $38,396 | $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 Macalester College, approximately 17% 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 23 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.