by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at FAU. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #8 out of 31 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, FAU among the top schools in the country for general psychology, placing at #355 out of 1,317 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Psychology Schools | 355 of 1,317 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in Florida | 8 of 31 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in the Southeast Region | 46 of 294 |
The following degree levels are granted in general psychology at FAU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 350 |
| Master’s | 9 |
During the most recent reporting year, Florida Atlantic University conferred 350 bachelor’s degrees in general psychology.
FAU ranks competitively among schools offering general psychology at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #8 out of 31 schools by College Factual.
General Psychology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from FAU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $39,411 a year. This is lower than $57,371, the median for all majors at FAU.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at FAU, general psychology students accumulate a median of $18,250 in student loans. This is below $20,124, the typical median for all majors at FAU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $2,522 | $14,374 |
| Fees | $2,357 | $2,950 |
Find out more about FAU tuition and fees.
In the most recent graduating class, 16% of general psychology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 84% went to women.
The largest share of general psychology bachelor’s degree graduates at FAU are Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 37% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Florida Atlantic University with a bachelor’s in general psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 19 |
| Black or African American | 67 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 128 |
| White | 111 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 19 |
FAU awarded 350 bachelor’s degrees in psychology, general in the most recent reporting year — 84% to women and 16% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Hispanic or Latino (37%).
Graduate study is also available at FAU. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Psychology | 9 |
