Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Merrimack compares to other colleges that offer psychology.
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Merrimack is a solid choice among schools offering psychology. In particular, it placed #271 out of 1,496 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #16 in Massachusetts.
In the most recent year for which we have data, Merrimack College conferred 47 bachelor’s degrees in psychology.
Psychology majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Merrimack earn a median of $49,912 a year. This is below $55,795, the median for all majors at Merrimack.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Merrimack, psychology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is above $26,899, the typical median for all majors at Merrimack.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $43,842 | $49,352 |
| Fees | $4,610 | $4,610 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 17% of psychology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 83% went to women.
The majority of psychology bachelor’s degree graduates at Merrimack are White. Approximately 72% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Merrimack College with a bachelor’s in psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 34 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 5 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the psychology majors at Merrimack College.
This psychology program at Merrimack includes the following concentrations:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Psychology | 47 |