Psychology at Navarro College

Navarro College's Psychology associate degree produces graduates earning slightly above the Texas median, ranking in the 60th percentile statewide—a meaningful advantage in a state with 37 competing programs. First-year earnings of $26,236 beat most regional competitors, though they trail Austin Community College's $29,930. The modest debt load of $14,750 sits below Texas averages, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio that many psychology programs struggle to achieve.

The 10% earnings growth from year one to year four suggests graduates are finding ways to leverage their degree, whether through bachelor's completion or direct career advancement. This upward trajectory matters for an associate degree that often serves as a stepping stone. At a school where about one-third of students receive Pell grants, keeping debt under $15,000 while maintaining above-median earnings positions graduates for reasonable financial stability or further education without crushing debt.

The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift with future cohorts, but the core value proposition looks solid: lower-than-average debt with better-than-average Texas outcomes. For families considering a two-year psychology degree in East Texas, Navarro delivers competitive results at a manageable price point, particularly if the goal is either entering the workforce quickly or transferring to complete a bachelor's degree.