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#1

#1 Best College for Educational Psychology in the U.S.

Mississippi State University
Mississippi State, MS

Mississippi State University is known for being a somewhat selective school.

Acceptance Rate

75%

Annual Degrees Awarded

60

SAT Score

1,080–1,340

Est. Net Price *

$15,364

Median Starting Salary

$45,880
#2

#2 Best College for Educational Psychology in the U.S.

University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus
Pittsburgh, PA

the University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus is known for being a highly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

49%

Annual Degrees Awarded

31

SAT Score

1,300–1,470

Est. Net Price *

$24,286

Median Starting Salary

$50,633
#3

#3 Best College for Educational Psychology in the U.S.

Bethany College
Bethany, WV

Generally, Bethany College is a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

930–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$17,605

Median Starting Salary

$51,372
#4

#4 Best College for Educational Psychology in the U.S.

Saint Vincent College
Latrobe, PA

Saint Vincent College is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

73%

Annual Degrees Awarded

1

SAT Score

1,050–1,270

Est. Net Price *

$23,121

Median Starting Salary

$53,504
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About Educational Psychology

A program that focuses on the application of psychology to the study of the behavior of individuals in the roles of teacher and learner, the nature and effects of learning environments, and the psychological effects of methods, resources, organization and non-school experience on the educational process. Includes instruction in learning theory, human growth and development, research methods, and psychological evaluation.

While Educational Psychology has degrees up to the Doctors degree research scholarship, the majority of students earn a Masters degree. Students study Educational Psychology all around the US, though the major at the Bachelors degree level has the most graduates in Mississippi. The average annual income for a graduate with a bachelor's degree in Educational Psychology is $44,000.

Popularity of Educational Psychology Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

Some top jobs related to Educational Psychology, include Psychologists, All Other, which have many employment opportunities. Though there are higher paying careers, like Psychologists, All Other. The most available position for Educational Psychology majors is Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary.

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Most In-Demand Careers

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Student Demographics

Total Students
95
Female Students
88 (92%)
Male Students
7 (7%)

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