Psychology at Prescott College

Prescott College's psychology program produces earnings well below what most Arizona schools achieve—roughly $4,000 less annually than the state median and nearly $10,000 behind the top programs at Arizona State and Ottawa University. At just under $30,000 in first-year earnings, graduates here earn less than most Arizona psychology majors while taking on $31,334 in debt, which is actually higher than the state's typical $23,000. For context, this ranks in the 40th percentile statewide, meaning six out of ten Arizona psychology programs deliver better starting salaries.

The debt-to-earnings ratio of 1.05 means graduates owe more than an entire year's salary, creating a challenging financial start. Nearly half of students here receive Pell grants, suggesting many come from lower-income backgrounds where this debt burden hits hardest. While Prescott College may offer unique educational approaches that appeal to some families, the financial math doesn't favor this choice over larger state universities that cost less and pay more.

The sample size under 30 graduates warrants caution—a few outlier cases could skew these numbers significantly. But if you're investing in a psychology degree in Arizona, programs like Arizona State or Northern Arizona deliver demonstrably stronger earning potential at lower debt levels, making them safer financial bets.