Median Earnings (1yr)
$49,152
50th percentile (60th in MI)
Sample Size
19
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How Oakland University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Oakland University graduates earn $49k, placing them in the 50th percentile of all psychology masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Michigan

Psychology masters's programs at peer institutions in Michigan (7 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
Oakland University$49,152
National Median$49,123

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 Oakland University, approximately 30% 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.