Psychology at Sterling College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Kansas
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Kansas (25 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sterling College | $36,555* | — | $27,562* | — |
| Fort Hays State University | $40,009* | $40,608 | $29,000* | 0.72 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City | $39,596* | — | $27,562* | 0.70 |
| Ottawa University-Online | $39,596* | — | $27,562* | 0.70 |
| Ottawa University-Ottawa | $39,596* | — | $27,562* | 0.70 |
| Washburn University | $38,264* | $37,297 | $25,249* | 0.66 |
| National Median | $31,482* | — | $25,500* | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Kansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Kansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $5,633 | $40,009 | $29,000 |
| Ottawa University-Kansas City Overland Park | — | $39,596 | $27,562 |
| Ottawa University-Online Overland Park | — | $39,596 | $27,562 |
| Ottawa University-Ottawa Ottawa | $35,300 | $39,596 | $27,562 |
| Washburn University Topeka | $9,578 | $38,264 | $25,249 |
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 Sterling College, approximately 32% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 12 similar programs in KS. Actual outcomes may vary.