Psychology at University of Southern Mississippi

Doctoral Degree

Location: Hattiesburg, MS•In-State Tuition: $9,618•Out-of-State Tuition: $11,618•Admission Rate: 99%•Avg SAT: 1120
Median Earnings (1yr)
$85,988
75th percentile
Sample Size
16
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Southern Mississippi graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Southern Mississippi graduates earn $86k, placing them in the 75th percentile of all psychology doctoral programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Mississippi

Psychology doctoral's programs at peer institutions in Mississippi (3 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Southern Mississippi$85,988———
National Median$75,570———

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 Southern Mississippi, approximately 47% 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.