Psychology at Southern New Hampshire University

Southern New Hampshire University's psychology program delivers exceptional earnings outcomes that should grab any parent's attention—graduates earn $38,600 in their first year, placing this program in the 95th percentile nationally. That's significantly higher than the national median of $31,482 and even exceeds the 75th percentile benchmark. While it ranks in the 60th percentile among New Hampshire programs, it's competitive with much more selective schools like Saint Anselm College.

The debt picture requires careful consideration. At $34,547, graduates carry more debt than typical psychology majors (national median: $25,500), but the strong earnings help offset this concern. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.90 means students can expect to earn roughly their full debt amount in their first year—a manageable burden that ranks in the 5th percentile nationally (meaning 95% of programs have worse debt loads relative to earnings).

For an anxious parent, this program represents solid value despite the premium price tag. Your child would graduate with debt roughly $7,000 above the state median but earn competitively with graduates from more prestigious institutions. The 11% earnings growth over four years suggests good career trajectory potential. With SNHU's 96% acceptance rate, this could be an accessible path to strong psychology career outcomes.