Psychology at Mid-America Christian University

A psychology degree from Mid-America Christian carries significantly higher debt than virtually any competing program—ranking in just the 5th percentile nationally—while delivering below-average early career earnings. At $38,458 in median debt against $28,695 in first-year earnings, graduates face a debt burden 1.3 times their starting salary. That's roughly $17,000 more debt than the typical Oklahoma psychology graduate takes on, yet earnings come in about $3,600 below the state median. Even among Oklahoma's 22 psychology programs, this ranks only at the 40th percentile for earnings while carrying substantially higher debt loads than schools like Cameron or East Central, which both pay better and cost less.

The concerning part isn't just the numbers in isolation—it's the opportunity cost. Several public universities in Oklahoma produce psychology graduates earning $32,000-$36,000 annually with debt closer to $22,000. That difference compounds quickly: an extra $15,000 in debt means roughly $170 more in monthly payments over ten years, while you're simultaneously earning less than peers from other programs.

For families considering this program, the math is straightforward: you'll likely pay more and earn less than at alternative Oklahoma schools. Unless there are compelling non-financial reasons to attend Mid-America Christian specifically—campus fit, faith alignment, or specialized support services—this represents a difficult financial starting point for a psychology career that typically requires graduate education anyway.