Psychology at Nebraska Wesleyan University

Nebraska Wesleyan's psychology graduates start at $35,540—above both the national median ($31,482) and ranking in the 81st percentile nationally. That's solid performance for a psychology degree, though within Nebraska, it sits closer to the middle of the pack at the 60th percentile. The $27,000 median debt is actually lower than typical for psychology programs, resulting in a manageable 0.76 debt-to-earnings ratio that beats many private school competitors.

The earnings trajectory looks healthy, with graduates seeing 14% growth to over $40,000 by year four. While this trails top Nebraska programs like Concordia ($39,883 starting) and Bellevue ($38,928), it competes well with state flagship options. The combination of reasonable debt and steady earnings growth suggests graduates aren't overleveraged for their income potential.

One important caveat: this data reflects fewer than 30 graduates, so individual outcomes could vary more than these medians suggest. Still, for families comfortable with a small liberal arts setting, the math works—particularly compared to psychology programs nationally where debt often exceeds first-year earnings. Your child would be starting their career with debt that's manageable relative to expected income, which matters significantly in a field where many graduates pursue additional credentials or entry-level positions before reaching higher salaries.