Psychology at Texas Woman's University

Texas Woman's University's psychology program starts graduates at below-living-wage earnings but demonstrates something noteworthy: a 34% earnings jump to $42,154 by year four—well above the state median of $30,932. At the 60th percentile among Texas psychology programs, this middle-tier outcome comes with $23,250 in debt, slightly below both state and national averages.

The story here is really about trajectory. While that initial $31,498 salary will require tight budgeting or family support, graduates who stay the course see meaningful income growth that eventually justifies the investment. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.74 is manageable, though the first year post-graduation may feel financially strained. For a school with 95% admission and 40% Pell-eligible students, these outcomes suggest decent value—graduates aren't starting at the top, but they're not stuck at the bottom either.

Your child won't match the earnings of UT Permian Basin or TCU psychology graduates, who start $10,000+ higher. But if they need an accessible entry point to a bachelor's degree and are willing to be patient with their earning potential, this program delivers solid mid-tier results for Texas. Just ensure they have financial support for that challenging first year out of college.