Research and Experimental Psychology at Truman State University
Kirksville, MO · Bachelor's Degree
Truman State University graduates in research and experimental psychology earn 26% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 47% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Truman State University Compares for Research and Experimental Psychology
All 82 colleges reporting research and experimental 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 | Dartmouth College Hanover, NH | $99,344 | $91,506 | #1 | $42,947 |
| 2 | Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY | $86,946 | $82,755 | #3 | $53,156 |
| 3 | Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus Atlanta, GA | $83,012 | $85,934 | #2 | — |
| 4 | University of Connecticut Storrs, CT | $80,873 | $72,812 | #5 | — |
| 5 | University of Connecticut-Waterbury Campus Waterbury, CT | $80,873 | $72,812 | #6 | — |
| 6 | University of Connecticut-Avery Point Groton, CT | $80,873 | $72,812 | #7 | — |
| 7 | University of Connecticut-Stamford Stamford, CT | $80,873 | $72,812 | #8 | — |
| 8 | University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford, CT | $80,873 | $72,812 | #9 | — |
| 9 | Tufts University Medford, MA | $79,571 | $70,071 | #13 | $56,504 |
| 10 | Washington University in St Louis Saint Louis, MO | $75,261 | $80,696 | #4 | $37,377 |
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| 76 | Murray State University Murray, KY | $44,800 | $50,727 | #55 | $23,674 |
| 77 | Westminster University Salt Lake City, UT | $44,695 | $42,360 | #78 | $35,127 |
| 78 | Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne, IN | $44,533 | $47,776 | #69 | $32,031 |
| 79 | Truman State University Kirksville, MO | $41,487 | $44,483 | #76 | $28,801 |
| 80 | Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg, MD | $40,480 | $35,526 | #82 | $34,454 |
| 81 | Metropolitan State University Saint Paul, MN | $40,230 | $38,428 | #80 | $36,600 |
| 82 | University of North Alabama Florence, AL | $33,565 | $38,099 | #81 | $20,182 |
Other Majors at Truman State University by Graduate Pay
| Major | 4 yrs after | 1 yr after | Rank in major |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer and Information Sciences | $106,203 | $74,794 | #88 of 459 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $84,515 | $59,919 | #187 of 796 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | $77,315 | $68,736 | #835 of 966 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $70,633 | $50,422 | #359 of 1176 |
| Biology | $61,647 | $31,435 | #288 of 841 |
| Political Science and Government | $60,586 | $39,813 | #306 of 565 |
| Public Health | $60,157 | $30,911 | #88 of 215 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $56,596 | $32,176 | #277 of 660 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | $55,213 | $26,865 | #250 of 610 |
| Sociology | $52,584 | — | #220 of 462 |
| Agriculture | $52,303 | $36,853 | #25 of 43 |
| Communication and Media Studies | $50,785 | $31,853 | #422 of 660 |
| Communication Disorders Sciences and Services | $48,320 | — | #207 of 215 |
| History | $43,405 | $25,010 | #401 of 459 |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | $40,026 | $16,569 | #111 of 137 |
| English Language and Literature | $38,923 | $29,001 | #517 of 576 |
| Fine and Studio Arts | — | $15,998 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Truman State University research and experimental psychology graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $28,801 one year after graduating and $41,487 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Truman State University rank for research and experimental psychology?
Among 82 colleges reporting earnings for research and experimental psychology graduates, Truman State University ranks #79 by median pay four years after graduation, and #76 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is research and experimental psychology at Truman State University worth it?
Its graduates earn 26% less than the national median for research and experimental psychology ($55,695), and the median federal debt at graduation is $19,500.
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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.