Psychology at University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

UW-Oshkosh's psychology program outperforms three-quarters of similar programs nationally, though it sits in the middle of Wisconsin's competitive psychology market. Starting at $35,139, graduates earn $3,600 more than the national median for psychology majors, and that gap widens to nearly $13,000 by year four. This 26% earnings growth shows the degree gaining traction in Wisconsin's labor market, moving graduates from entry-level positions into roles where psychology credentials command better compensation.

The $26,000 debt load translates to a manageable 0.74 debt-to-earnings ratio—well below concerning levels and roughly on par with what psychology majors carry nationwide. Within Wisconsin, however, this program ranks in the 60th percentile, meaning several state schools deliver similar or better outcomes. Marian and Lakeland graduates earn significantly more ($45K and $42K respectively), though those private institutions may carry higher sticker prices that could offset the earnings advantage depending on financial aid.

For families looking at an accessible state university with reasonable costs, UW-Oshkosh delivers solid value for a psychology degree. The strong earnings trajectory matters here—many psychology bachelor's holders struggle to translate their degree into income growth, but these graduates see meaningful wage progression. Just understand you're getting good-not-great outcomes compared to Wisconsin peers, and psychology majors generally need strategic career planning or graduate education to maximize earning potential.