Psychology at Adler University
Chicago, IL · Master's Degree · about 10 graduates a year
Adler University graduates in psychology earn 8% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 50% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Adler University Compares for Psychology
All 92 colleges reporting psychology earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | San Diego State University San Diego, CA | $111,549 | $101,502 | #3 | $62,663 |
| 2 | George Mason University Fairfax, VA | $102,945 | $93,741 | #5 | $80,665 |
| 3 | University of Pennsylvania Philadelphia, PA | $101,785 | $103,516 | #2 | $74,551 |
| 4 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman, OK | $95,931 | $107,708 | #1 | — |
| 5 | The University of Tennessee-Chattanooga Chattanooga, TN | $91,747 | $100,224 | #4 | $66,799 |
| 6 | California State University-Fresno Fresno, CA | $90,681 | $82,514 | #11 | $70,238 |
| 7 | Saint Joseph's University Philadelphia, PA | $88,006 | $89,503 | #8 | — |
| 8 | Fairleigh Dickinson University-Metropolitan Campus Teaneck, NJ | $86,294 | $75,739 | #17 | — |
| 9 | University of Connecticut Storrs, CT | $81,683 | $73,541 | #19 | — |
| 10 | University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT | $81,683 | $73,541 | #20 | — |
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| 69 | Long Island University Brookville, NY | $59,871 | $56,985 | #75 | — |
| 70 | Springfield College Springfield, MA | $59,656 | $52,533 | #85 | $49,123 |
| 71 | Capella University Minneapolis, MN | $59,640 | $56,969 | #76 | $46,920 |
| 72 | Adler University Chicago, IL | $59,511 | $58,469 | #70 | $54,426 |
| 73 | Northcentral University San Diego, CA | $59,004 | $53,690 | #82 | $47,483 |
| 74 | Southern New Hampshire University Manchester, NH | $58,824 | $54,183 | #81 | $47,400 |
| 75 | Our Lady of the Lake University San Antonio, TX | $58,231 | $59,204 | #69 | $46,346 |
Other Majors at Adler University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $61,328 | $50,620 | #199 of 322 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | $59,827 | $46,611 | #181 of 211 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $50,502 | — | #857 of 861 |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | — | $46,028 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Adler University psychology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $54,426 one year after graduating and $59,511 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Adler University rank for psychology?
Among 92 colleges reporting earnings for psychology graduates, Adler University ranks #72 by median pay four years after graduation, and #70 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is psychology at Adler University worth it?
Its graduates earn 8% less than the national median for psychology ($64,711), and the median federal debt at graduation is $29,490.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.