Psychology at University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff graduates compare to all programs nationally
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff graduates earn $27k, placing them in the 19th percentile of all psychology bachelors programs nationally.
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 Arkansas
Psychology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Arkansas (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff | $27,486 | $39,407 | — | — |
| John Brown University | $35,294 | — | $26,544 | 0.75 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock | $32,522 | $34,282 | $28,646 | 0.88 |
| University of Arkansas | $31,866 | $44,385 | $24,463 | 0.77 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus | $31,426 | $33,636 | $20,408 | 0.65 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith | $29,853 | $35,086 | $22,500 | 0.75 |
| National Median | $31,482 | — | $25,500 | 0.81 |
Other Psychology Programs in Arkansas
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Arkansas schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Brown University Siloam Springs | $30,832 | $35,294 | $26,544 |
| University of Arkansas at Little Rock Little Rock | $8,455 | $32,522 | $28,646 |
| University of Arkansas Fayetteville | $9,748 | $31,866 | $24,463 |
| Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Magnolia | $9,820 | $31,426 | $20,408 |
| University of Arkansas-Fort Smith Fort Smith | $6,906 | $29,853 | $22,500 |
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 University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, approximately 67% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 18 graduates with reported earnings and 18 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.