Psychology at Moravian University

Moravian's psychology program sits squarely in the middle of Pennsylvania's crowded field of 83 programs, matching the state median for both earnings ($33,399) and debt ($27,000). What sets it apart is the manageable debt load—graduates owe less than 75% of schools nationally and see steady income growth to $41,144 by year four. That's solid progress for a field where earnings often plateau early, though it still means graduates will likely dedicate a significant portion of their early career income to loan payments.

The challenge here is context: Moravian performs respectably against Pennsylvania's state schools, but the top private programs in the state—Bucknell, Gettysburg, Lehigh—produce graduates earning $10,000 to $20,000 more annually. This creates a tough calculation. Your child gets a smaller school environment (27% Pell Grant recipients suggests decent economic diversity) without the financial burden of an elite private, but also without the alumni network or career placement strength that might justify higher debt elsewhere.

For families prioritizing affordable access to a psychology degree, Moravian delivers what it promises: middle-of-the-pack outcomes at middle-of-the-pack cost. If your child plans graduate school—common for psychology majors—keeping undergraduate debt under $27,000 matters. If they're hoping to work directly after the bachelor's, you'll want honest conversations about those first-year earnings covering rent, loans, and living expenses in the Lehigh Valley or beyond.