by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Northwestern University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. It ranks as high as #1 out of 159 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northwestern University as a strong choice for general psychology, coming in at #1 out of 1,317 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best General Psychology Schools | 1 of 1,317 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in Illinois | 1 of 39 |
| Best General Psychology Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 1 of 172 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in general psychology at Northwestern University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 155 |
| Master’s | 18 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northwestern University handed out 155 bachelor’s degrees in general psychology.
Northwestern University is among the very best schools in the country for general psychology at the bachelor’s level. In particular it placed #1 out of 159 schools by College Factual.
General Psychology graduates with a bachelor’s degree from Northwestern University report a median salary of $61,389 a year. This is below $111,206, the median for all majors at Northwestern University.
To complete a bachelor’s at Northwestern University, general psychology students borrow a median amount of $14,500 in student loans. This is lower than $16,857, the typical median for all majors at Northwestern University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $60,276 | $67,158 |
| Fees | $1,164 | $1,164 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 23% of general psychology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 77% went to women.
The majority of general psychology bachelor’s degree graduates at Northwestern University are White. Approximately 39% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor’s in general psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 35 |
| Black or African American | 14 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17 |
| White | 60 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 17 |
| Other Races | 12 |
Northwestern University granted 155 bachelor’s degrees in psychology, general in the most recent reporting year — 77% to women and 23% to men. The most common background among these graduates was White (39%).
This program is also offered at the graduate level at Northwestern University. The following graduate award levels are reported.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in General Psychology | 18 |
