Psychology at Ripon College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Wisconsin
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Wisconsin (30 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ripon College | — | $38,640 | $27,000 | — |
| Marian University | $45,416 | — | $28,468 | 0.63 |
| Lakeland University | $42,355 | $42,673 | $38,866 | 0.92 |
| Wisconsin Lutheran College | $39,874 | $46,913 | $27,000 | 0.68 |
| Ottawa University-Milwaukee | $39,596 | — | $27,562 | 0.70 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater | $38,376 | $45,048 | $26,000 | 0.68 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Wisconsin
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Wisconsin schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marian University Fond Du Lac | $33,000 | $45,416 | $28,468 |
| Lakeland University Plymouth | $32,286 | $42,355 | $38,866 |
| Wisconsin Lutheran College Milwaukee | $35,080 | $39,874 | $27,000 |
| Ottawa University-Milwaukee Brookfield | — | $39,596 | $27,562 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater | $8,250 | $38,376 | $26,000 |
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 Ripon College, approximately 33% 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.