Psychology at Wilmington University

Wilmington University's psychology program outperforms most of its national peers while landing solidly in the middle of Delaware's small psychology program landscape. Graduates earn $35,666 in their first year—beating 81% of psychology programs nationwide and earning roughly $4,000 more than the typical psychology graduate. Within Delaware specifically, where only four schools offer this degree, Wilmington sits at the median for both earnings and debt, performing better than Delaware State by a significant margin.

The financial picture here is workable. That 0.70 debt-to-earnings ratio means graduates owe less than a year's salary, and the 21% earnings bump to $43,226 by year four shows decent career progression. The $24,924 in debt sits right at both state and national medians—not exceptional, but not problematic either. For context, psychology degrees often lead to lower initial earnings, so outperforming 81% of programs nationally matters.

The main consideration: psychology bachelor's degrees typically require graduate school for higher-paying career paths. If your child plans to continue their education, this program provides a solid, affordable foundation without saddling them with excessive undergraduate debt. If they're planning to enter the workforce directly, understand that even with above-average earnings for psychology, the salary won't be high by absolute standards.