Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how San Jose State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in general psychology.
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During the most recent reporting year, San Jose State University awarded 438 bachelor’s degrees in general psychology.
General Psychology graduates with a bachelor’s degree from San Jose State University earn a median of $55,532 a year. This is below $83,861, the median for all majors at San Jose State University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,742 | $18,684 |
| Fees | $2,326 | $2,326 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 29% of general psychology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 71% went to women.
The majority of general psychology bachelor’s degree graduates at San Jose State University are Hispanic or Latino. Approximately 44% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Jose State University with a bachelor’s in general psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 127 |
| Black or African American | 15 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 192 |
| White | 54 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 6 |
| Other Races | 44 |
In the most recent graduating class, 24% of general psychology master’s degrees went to men and 76% went to women.
The largest share of general psychology master’s degree graduates at San Jose State University were White. Approximately 41% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from San Jose State University with a master’s in general psychology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 4 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the general psychology majors at San Jose State University.
This general psychology program at San Jose State University breaks down into the following more specific areas of study:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Psychology, General | 455 |
San Jose State University conferred 455 completions in psychology, general in the latest year of data — 71% to women and 29% to men. Most of these graduates identified as Hispanic or Latino (43%).