Psychology

Compare Psychology programs across 125 schools. Tiered by program strength with earnings data and program highlights.

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★★★ Flagship Programs

Harvard University
Cambridge, MA · Private · NU #3 · Department of Psychology
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Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Personality and Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The Harvard Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of theoretical inquiry with cutting-edge neuroscience and cognitive scienc
Harvard's Psychology program is a globally recognized leader with world-class faculty and extensive resources through th
Stanford University
Stanford, CA · Private · NU #4 · Department of Psychology
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Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The Department of Psychology at Stanford is world-renowned for its rigorous integration of biological, cognitive, and social perspectives. It offers e
Stanford's Psychology department is globally renowned for its rigorous integration of biological, cognitive, and social
Duke University
Durham, NC · Private · NU #6 · Department of Psychology & Neuroscience
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Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Cognition and Behavioral Economics, Developmental Psychopathology
The Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Duke is distinguished by its rigorous integration of social, cognitive, and biological perspectives, su
Duke's Psychology & Neuroscience department is a nationally elite program, distinguished by world-class facilities like
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, CA · Public · NU #17 · Department of Psychology
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Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social and Personality Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Social Psychology and Prejudice Reduction
The Department of Psychology at UC Berkeley is consistently ranked among the top psychology programs in the world, renowned for its rigorous scientifi
UC Berkeley's Psychology department is consistently ranked among the top programs globally, featuring renowned faculty a
University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, CA · Public · NU #29 · Department of Psychology
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Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition
The UCSD Department of Psychology is globally renowned for its rigorous integration of biological, cognitive, and social perspectives, anchored by the
UCSD's Psychology department is globally renowned for its rigorous integration of biological, cognitive, and social pers

★★ Strong Programs

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA · Public · LAC #1 · College of Liberal Arts
2yr Earnings: $31,673 1yr: $29,831 Grads/yr: 156
Tracks: Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Psychology and Human Factors, Developmental Psychology, Community Psychology and Social Justice
The Psychology program at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo is distinguished by its heavy emphasis on 'Learn by Doing,' requiring a rigorous Senior Project tha
Cal Poly SLO's Psychology program is a standout offering due to its rigorous 'Learn by Doing' curriculum and mandatory S
Amherst College
Amherst, MA · Private · LAC #2 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition and Behavior, Developmental Psychology
Amherst's Psychology program is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, allowing students to tailor their studies across neuroscience, social behavior,
Amherst is an elite liberal arts college, but its Psychology department, while excellent, does not consistently rank in
Swarthmore College
Swarthmore, PA · Private · LAC #3 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition and Identity, Developmental Psychology
Swarthmore's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research and the mandatory senior honors thesis, which prepares
Swarthmore is an elite liberal arts college; its Psychology program is strong but does not consistently rank in the top
United States Coast Guard Academy
New London, CT · Public · LAC #4 · Social Sciences Division
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Psychology
Research: Human Performance and Ergonomics, Maritime Psychology and Safety, Leadership Development and Team Dynamics
The Psychology program at the United States Coast Guard Academy is distinctive for its heavy integration of military operational contexts, focusing on
The program is highly distinctive and rigorous due to its unique integration of military operational contexts with a com
Brown University
Providence, RI · Private · NU #13 · Department of Cognitive, Linguistic, and Psychological Sciences (CLPS)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Inequality, Developmental Cognitive Science
The Psychology program at Brown is distinguished by its integration with the Open Curriculum, allowing students to design highly personalized trajecto
Brown's program is highly respected, but its open curriculum and specific ranking trajectory place it in the 'strong' ti
Davidson College
Davidson, NC · Private · LAC #14 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Davidson Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous, mandatory senior thesis, which ensures every student gains deep experience in indepe
The program's mandatory senior thesis and specialized research concentrations (Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psy
Barnard College
New York, NY · Private · LAC #14 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Identity, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Neuroscience and Cognitive Processes
The Barnard Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous focus on social, developmental, and cognitive psychology, with a strong emphasis on ge
The program combines Barnard's rigorous women-centered liberal arts focus with direct access to Columbia University's wo
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NH · Private · NU #15 · Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Social Cognition and Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Cognitive Science and Computational Modeling
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Dartmouth is distinguished by its rigorous integration of neuroscience and social science perspe
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences is a highly distinguished program known for its unique integration of
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN · Private · NU #18 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Positive Psychology and Well-Being, Social Cognition and Identity, Developmental Psychology across the Lifespan
The Department of Psychology at Notre Dame distinguishes itself through a strong integration of empirical science with the university's Catholic missi
The Psychology department at Notre Dame is highly regarded for its rigorous empirical focus, specialized research labs,
Washington and Lee University
Lexington, VA · Private · LAC #19 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Neuroscience, Clinical/Counseling Psychology, Industrial-Organizational (I/O) Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Social Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Washington and Lee is distinguished by its rigorous focus on empirical research methods and a high rate of student publicati
The program distinguishes itself through a rigorous emphasis on empirical research and high student publication rates, s
University of Richmond
Richmond, VA · Private · LAC #22 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $40,281 1yr: — Grads/yr: 52
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical/Community Psychology (pre-professional track)
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Neuroscience and Cognitive Processes
The University of Richmond's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research and statistical analysis, preparing st
The University of Richmond's Psychology program is a standout feature for a liberal arts college, distinguished by its r
Bates College
Lewiston, ME · Private · LAC #26 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,194 1yr: $39,657
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The Bates Psychology program is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, allowing students to tailor their coursework freely, and its mandatory senior th
The program is a defining feature of Bates College, distinguished by its mandatory senior thesis and unique Open Curricu
Macalester College
St. Paul, MN · Private · LAC #26 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $31,133 1yr: $24,116
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Justice and Psychology, Cross-Cultural Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology in Diverse Contexts
The Psychology program at Macalester is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on social justice, multiculturalism, and global perspectives, integrating t
Macalester's Psychology program is a distinctive strength due to its rigorous senior thesis requirement and unique focus
College of the Holy Cross
Worcester, MA · Private · LAC #28 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $37,856 1yr: $37,609 Grads/yr: 132
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Holy Cross is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring every major to complete a senior thesi
The Psychology program at Holy Cross is a standout feature of this top-tier liberal arts college, distinguished by its r
Lafayette College
Easton, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $44,170 1yr: — Grads/yr: 66
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Lafayette College is distinguished by its heavy emphasis on undergraduate research, requiring students to engage in empirica
Lafayette College's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on undergraduate research and robust st
Franklin & Marshall College
Lancaster, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $36,848 1yr: $20,220
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience (interdisciplinary)
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Franklin & Marshall is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research and statistical analysis, requiring a se
The program is distinguished by its rigorous empirical focus, mandatory senior thesis, and robust interdisciplinary path
Georgia Institute of Technology
Atlanta, GA · Public · NU #33 · School of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Science and Human Factors, Neuroscience and Neural Engineering, Social and Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Georgia Tech is distinctive for its rigorous integration of scientific methodology with engineering and computing principles
Georgia Tech's Psychology program is a distinctive 'strong' offering due to its unique, high-demand focus on cognitive s
Occidental College
Los Angeles, CA · Private · LAC #34 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $30,047 1yr: $25,916
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Justice and Inequality, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Occidental College is distinguished by its mandatory senior comprehensive thesis, which ensures every student gains signific
Occidental College's Psychology program is a standout feature of this top-tier liberal arts college, distinguished by it
Mount Holyoke College
South Hadley, MA · Private · LAC #34 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $30,409 1yr: $31,168
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Justice and Identity, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Mount Holyoke is distinguished by its rigorous focus on research methodology and a mandatory senior thesis, ensuring deep en
Mount Holyoke's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous research methodology, mandatory senior thesis, and a
Pitzer College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #36 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Behavioral Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Science and Neuroscience, Social Justice and Critical Psychology, Developmental Psychology in Diverse Contexts
The Psychology program at Pitzer College is distinctive for its rigorous integration of psychological science with social justice, ethics, and communi
Pitzer's Psychology program is distinctive for its rigorous integration of psychological science with social justice and
Denison University
Granville, OH · Private · LAC #36 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $32,569 1yr: $25,270
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Denison is distinguished by its mandatory senior thesis, which ensures every student gains deep research experience. It inte
Denison's Psychology program stands out as a strong offering due to its mandatory senior thesis requirement and unique i
Trinity College
Hartford, CT · Private · LAC #36 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $43,798 1yr: $32,400 Grads/yr: 47
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Perception, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology and Lifespan Development
Trinity's Psychology program distinguishes itself through a rigorous emphasis on empirical research and neuroscience, offering students early access t
Trinity College's Psychology program is a standout feature of this top-tier liberal arts college, distinguished by its r
Tufts University
Medford, MA · Private · NU #37 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social and Personality Psychology
The Department of Psychology at Tufts is distinguished by its rigorous integration of science and social inquiry, offering both BA and BS tracks to ca
Tufts' Psychology department is highly regarded for its rigorous scientific focus, unique BA/BS tracks, and exceptional
Spelman College
Atlanta, GA · Private · LAC #40 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,525 1yr: $23,944 Grads/yr: 70
Tracks: Clinical Psychology (pre-professional track), Counseling Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Health disparities and minority mental health, Women's psychology and gender studies, Community-based participatory research
The Psychology program at Spelman College is distinctive for its deep integration of social justice, women's studies, and community health, reflecting
The program is distinguished by its unique focus on social justice and minority mental health within the Atlanta Univers
Berea College
Berea, KY · Private · LAC #40 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,658 1yr: — Grads/yr: 17
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Justice and Diversity in Psychology, Community-Based Participatory Research, Cognitive and Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Berea College is distinctive for its emphasis on social justice, diversity, and community engagement, reflecting the college
Berea's Psychology program leverages its unique mission to offer a distinctive, high-impact education in social justice
Trinity University
San Antonio, TX · Private · LAC #40 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,816 1yr: —
Tracks: Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Clinical/Pre-professional
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Entrepreneurship, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Trinity University distinguishes itself through its integration with the university's unique Pathways curriculum, offering a
Trinity University's Psychology program is a distinguishing feature of the institution, offering specialized concentrati
Soka University of America
Aliso Viejo, CA · Private · LAC #40 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: General Psychology
Research: Cross-cultural psychology, Peace and conflict resolution, Social justice and mental health
The Psychology program at Soka University of America is distinctive for its integration of psychological science with a strong emphasis on global citi
Soka University of America's Psychology program distinguishes itself through a rigorous, globally focused curriculum tha
Union College
Schenectady, NY · Private · LAC #40 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology in Adolescence
Union College's Psychology program is distinctive for its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring every major to complete a senior thesis u
Union College's Psychology program stands out as a strong liberal arts offering due to its rigorous, mandatory senior th
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH · Public · NU #41 · Department of Psychology (College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Cognition and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychopathology
The Department of Psychology at Ohio State is distinguished by its robust integration of basic science and applied research, particularly in cognitive
Ohio State's Psychology department is a highly respected program with significant national recognition in cognitive neur
Scripps College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #44 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $18,771 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Science and Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Gender Studies, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Scripps is distinguished by its rigorous requirement for a senior thesis, which fosters deep independent research skills. As
The program leverages the Claremont Consortium to offer world-class resources in neuroscience and cognitive science, whi
University of the South
Sewanee, TN · Private · LAC #45 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $26,353 1yr: $31,230 Grads/yr: 44
Tracks: Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Environmental Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at the University of the South emphasizes a rigorous liberal arts foundation combined with hands-on research opportunities, par
The Psychology program at Sewanee is a standout feature of this top-tier liberal arts college, distinguished by its rigo
Dickinson College
Carlisle, PA · Private · LAC #45 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $42,682 1yr: $36,712 Grads/yr: 44
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Social and Personality Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Dickinson is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, culminating in a mandatory senior thesis that oft
The Psychology program at Dickinson is a standout feature of the college, distinguished by its rigorous empirical resear
Furman University
Greenville, SC · Private · LAC #45 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: $24,821 Grads/yr: 43
Tracks: Clinical Psychology (pre-professional track), Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology across the lifespan
Furman's Psychology program distinguishes itself through the 'Furman Advantage,' which mandates immersive experiential learning, and unique opportunit
Furman's Psychology program is a standout feature of the university, distinguished by its rigorous research focus, uniqu
Kenyon College
Gambier, OH · Private · LAC #45 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,194 1yr: $38,994 Grads/yr: 48
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology
Kenyon's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research methods and a high rate of student placement into top-tier
Kenyon's Psychology program is highly regarded for its rigorous empirical research focus and exceptional placement rates
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN · Private · LAC #50 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $35,060 1yr: $27,228
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Family Dynamics, Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology
The Psychology program at St. Olaf is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research methods and a mandatory senior thesis, ensuring gra
St. Olaf's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous research requirements, including a mandatory senior thesi
DePauw University
Greencastle, IN · Private · LAC #50 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,967 1yr: $30,984 Grads/yr: 26
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at DePauw is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring every major to complete a senior thesis un
DePauw's Psychology program stands out as a strong liberal arts offering due to its rigorous requirement for a senior th
Hillsdale College
Hillsdale, MI · Private · LAC #50 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: — Grads/yr: 14
Tracks: Psychology
Research: Behavioral Economics, Cognitive Science, Educational Psychology
The Psychology program at Hillsdale College emphasizes a classical liberal arts foundation, integrating scientific inquiry with philosophical and ethi
Hillsdale's Psychology program distinguishes itself through a rigorous classical liberal arts foundation and a mandatory
University of California, Merced
Merced, CA · Public · NU #60 · School of Social Sciences, Humanities & Arts
2yr Earnings: $28,697 1yr: $23,722 Grads/yr: 134
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Inequality and Health
The Psychology program at UC Merced is distinctively integrated with Cognitive Science and Neuroscience, offering a strong quantitative and biological
UC Merced's Psychology program stands out for its unique integration of Cognitive Science and Neuroscience, offering a r

★ Solid Programs

Williams College
Williamstown, MA · Private · LAC #1 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Social Cognition, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience
The Psychology program at Williams is distinguished by its rigorous, small-class environment where students engage in Oxford-style tutorials and are r
Williams is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its standi
United States Military Academy
West Point, NY · Public · LAC #1 · Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Psychology
Research: Human Performance and Ergonomics, Leadership Development, Cognitive Science
The Psychology program at West Point is uniquely designed to prepare future military leaders by integrating psychological theory with practical leader
West Point is a specialized military institution; its Psychology program does not compete with top-tier civilian researc
Princeton University
Princeton, NJ · Private · NU #1 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition
The Princeton Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of empirical research and theoretical inquiry within a liberal arts fram
The rationale explicitly states Princeton's program ranks just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent with thi
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA · Public · LAC #2 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $24,112 1yr: $25,695 Grads/yr: 699
Tracks: Clinical Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social and Personality Psychology, Developmental Psychopathology
The Department of Psychology at SDSU has rapidly evolved into a research powerhouse following the university's designation as an R1 institution, offer
SDSU has evolved into a powerhouse, but it does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high for
California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA · Public · LAC #3 · College of Social and Behavioral Sciences
2yr Earnings: $26,710 1yr: $24,593 Grads/yr: 361
Tracks: General Psychology, Psychology (Pre-Professional), Behavioral Neuroscience
Research: Health Psychology, Social Psychology, Educational Psychology
The Psychology program at Cal Poly Pomona emphasizes practical application and research methods, aligning with the university's 'Learn by Doing' philo
Cal Poly Pomona's Psychology program is well-regarded regionally for its practical 'Learn by Doing' approach and strong
United States Air Force Academy
Colorado Springs, CO · Public · LAC #3 · Department of Behavioral Sciences and Leadership
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Behavioral Science
Research: Human Factors Engineering, Leadership Development, Cognitive Psychology in Aviation Contexts
The Psychology program at the USAFA is uniquely integrated into a military context, focusing heavily on leadership, human factors in aviation, and org
While unique and rigorous within a military context, it does not compete with top-tier civilian research programs in Psy
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA · Public · LAC #4 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,787 1yr: $26,891 Grads/yr: 528
Tracks: General Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional), Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology
Research: Aging and Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Justice and Community Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at CSULB is distinguished by its strong focus on applied research, particularly in the areas of aging and social justice, suppo
CSULB has an EDGE pathway, but the program itself does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standi
San Jose State University
San Jose, CA · Public · LAC #5 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $33,604 1yr: $33,851 Grads/yr: 582
Tracks: General Psychology, Clinical/Counseling Psychology (Pre-professional track), Industrial-Organizational Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Justice and Diversity in Psychology
The Psychology program at SJSU leverages its Silicon Valley location to offer unique opportunities in Industrial-Organizational psychology and human f
SJSU leverages Silicon Valley but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high.
Yale University
New Haven, CT · Private · NU #5 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
The Yale Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of neuroscience and cognitive science, offering students unparalleled access
The rationale explicitly states Yale's program ranks just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent with this des
Bowdoin College
Brunswick, ME · Private · LAC #5 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Bowdoin is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research and quantitative methods, culminating in a mandatory
Bowdoin is elite overall, but its Psychology department specifically lacks the national research ranking required for 's
Pomona College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #5 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition and Identity
The Psychology program at Pomona is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring every student to complete a senior thesis
Pomona is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its standing
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL · Private · NU #6 · Department of Psychology (Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition and Behavior
The Department of Psychology at Northwestern is renowned for its rigorous integration of empirical research with theoretical frameworks, particularly
The rationale explicitly states Northwestern's program ranks just below the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this
San Francisco State University
San Francisco, CA · Public · LAC #6 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $34,135 1yr: $29,678 Grads/yr: 398
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical/Counseling (Pre-professional)
Research: Social Justice and Diversity in Mental Health, Urban Community Psychology, Aging and Lifespan Development
The Psychology program at SFSU distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on social justice, diversity, and urban mental health, aligning with the
SFSU is a recognized regional leader, but not a top-tier national program; 'strong' overstates its standing.
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD · Private · NU #6 · Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Johns Hopkins is globally renowned for its integration of rigorous scientific inquiry with under
The rationale explicitly states JHU's specific ranking falls just below the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA · Public · LAC #7 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $29,685 1yr: $27,870 Grads/yr: 890
Tracks: Clinical/Counseling Psychology (Pre-Graduate), Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience
Research: Developmental Psychology and Lifespan Issues, Social Cognition and Group Dynamics, Clinical Assessment and Intervention
The Department of Psychology at CSUF is distinguished by its strong emphasis on preparing students for graduate study in clinical and counseling field
CSUF is a major draw regionally, but its Psychology program does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates
Wellesley College
Wellesley, MA · Private · LAC #7 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Gender, Neuroscience and Brain Imaging
The Psychology program at Wellesley is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring every major to complete a senior thesis
Wellesley is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its stand
Carleton College
Northfield, MN · Private · LAC #8 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Neuroscience and Cognitive Processes
The Carleton Psychology program is distinguished by its intensive focus on empirical research, requiring every major to complete a senior thesis under
Carleton is elite, but its Psychology department specifically ranks lower than the top tier; 'strong' overstates its nat
Claremont McKenna College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #8 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Behavioral Economics
The Psychology program at Claremont McKenna College distinguishes itself by integrating rigorous scientific methods with a strong emphasis on ethics,
While the consortium is strong, CMC's specific Psychology ranking does not reach the top national tier; 'strong' is infl
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA · Public · LAC #8 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $26,507 1yr: $27,524 Grads/yr: 930
Tracks: Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional), Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology and Prejudice
The CSUN Psychology program is a robust BA offering that emphasizes practical application through extensive internship opportunities in the Los Angele
CSUN has recognized faculty but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high for a regional research lea
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA · Public · LAC #9 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,294 1yr: $26,025 Grads/yr: 346
Tracks: General Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Social and Community Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology
The Psychology program at CSU Chico is distinguished by its strong emphasis on undergraduate research through the Student-Faculty Research Collaborati
The description highlights a 'robust undergraduate research culture' but does not claim national top-tier status; 'stron
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA · Public · LAC #10 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $30,864 1yr: $29,717 Grads/yr: 607
Tracks: General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Cognitive Psychology
Research: Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine, Developmental Psychology across the Lifespan, Cognitive Neuroscience and Perception
The Department of Psychology at CSU Sacramento offers a robust BA/BS program with a strong emphasis on applied psychology and community engagement, le
The program offers a robust curriculum with strong applied focus and excellent local internship pipelines, but it does n
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA · Private · NU #10 · Department of Psychology (School of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Behavior, Developmental Psychopathology
The Psychology program at Penn is distinguished by its deep integration with the university's broader ecosystem, particularly through the School of Ar
The rationale explicitly states Penn's program ranks just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent with this des
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY · Private · NU #11 · College of Arts and Sciences (Department of Human Development)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition and Intergroup Relations, Neuroscience of Social Behavior
The Psychology program at Cornell is housed within the Department of Human Development, offering a rigorous blend of social, developmental, and cognit
Cornell's Psychology program is housed in a prestigious department but typically ranks just outside the top tier; 'stron
Fresno State
Fresno, CA · Public · LAC #11 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $23,359 1yr: $24,024 Grads/yr: 552
Tracks: Clinical Science, Cognitive Science, Developmental Science, Social Psychology
Research: Clinical Psychology and Mental Health Interventions, Developmental Psychology (Child/Adolescent Focus), Social Psychology and Community Health
The Psychology program at Fresno State is distinguished by its strong emphasis on practical application within the Central Valley's diverse community,
Fresno State's Psychology program offers a competent curriculum with strong regional relevance and practical fieldwork o
University of Chicago
Chicago, IL · Private · NU #11 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Behavior, Developmental Psychology
The University of Chicago's Department of Psychology is distinguished by its heavy emphasis on quantitative methods, statistical rigor, and theoretica
The rationale explicitly states UChicago falls just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent with this descripti
Harvey Mudd College
Claremont, CA · Private · LAC #12 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Harvey Mudd's Psychology program is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on quantitative methods, neuroscience, and cognitive science, reflecting the co
HMC's Psychology is unique and rigorous but small; it does not compete with top-tier national programs; 'strong' is too
Sonoma State University
Rohnert Park, CA · Public · LAC #12 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $31,133 1yr: $30,931 Grads/yr: 213
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional (Pre-Med/Pre-Dental), Neuroscience
Research: Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Health Psychology
As a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), Sonoma State's Psychology program emphasizes a rigorous liberal arts foundation a
Sonoma State's Psychology program is a competent offering with clear career pathways in education and human services, su
Vassar College
Poughkeepsie, NY · Private · LAC #12 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Identity, Developmental Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience
Vassar's Psychology program is distinguished by its open curriculum, which allows students to tailor their studies across disciplines like neuroscienc
Vassar is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its standing
Columbia University
New York, NY · Private · NU #13 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Inequality, Developmental Cognitive Science
The Columbia Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of empirical research and the liberal arts, heavily emphasized through th
The rationale explicitly states it ranks below the absolute top; therefore, 'strong' should be downgraded to 'solid' for
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA · Public · LAC #13 · Department of Psychology within the Rongxiang Xu College of Health and Human Services
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: — Grads/yr: 343
Tracks: Clinical Psychology (pre-professional track), Counseling Psychology (pre-professional track), Forensic Psychology, General Psychology
Research: Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice, Cultural Diversity and Ethnic Minority Psychology, Community Mental Health and Social Services
The Psychology program at Cal State LA is distinctive for its strong integration with the California Forensic Science Institute, offering unique oppor
While unique, CSULA's integration with the California Forensic program does not elevate it to a national top-tier rankin
Hamilton College
Clinton, NY · Private · LAC #14 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
Research: Social Cognition and Prejudice, Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology
Hamilton's Psychology program is distinguished by its Open Curriculum, which allows students to tailor their coursework freely while maintaining a rig
Hamilton's program is distinguished but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high for a regional lead
Wesleyan University
Middletown, CT · Private · LAC #14 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Social Psychology and Social Justice
The Psychology program at Wesleyan is distinguished by its rigorous integration of quantitative methods and neuroscience, allowing students to pursue
Wesleyan is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its standi
Smith College
Northampton, MA · Private · LAC #14 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology (Child and Adolescent), Social Psychology (Gender, Race, and Identity)
The Psychology program at Smith College is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring a senior thesis for all majors. It
Smith is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its standing.
Cal Poly Humboldt
Arcata, CA · Public · LAC #14 · Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences
2yr Earnings: $23,224 1yr: $24,108 Grads/yr: 143
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional (Pre-Med/Pre-Law), Community Mental Health
Research: Community Psychology and Social Justice, Indigenous Mental Health and Cultural Competency, Environmental Psychology and Climate Resilience
The Psychology program at Cal Poly Humboldt distinguishes itself through a strong commitment to social justice, community engagement, and the unique i
The description explicitly calls it a 'regional draw'; 'strong' implies national standing which this program does not ha
California State University, East Bay
Hayward, CA · Public · LAC #15 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $37,640 1yr: $36,306 Grads/yr: 460
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional Tracks (e.g., Pre-Counseling, Pre-Law)
Research: Cultural Diversity and Social Justice in Psychology, Human Development and Lifespan Studies, Community-Based Research
The Psychology program at CSU East Bay is recognized for its strong emphasis on diversity, social justice, and community engagement, aligning with the
The Psychology program at CSU East Bay is a competent offering with clear alignment to the university's mission in diver
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA · Public · NU #15 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Behavioral Neuroscience, Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology
Research: Social and Affective Neuroscience, Developmental Psychopathology, Cognitive Neuroscience
The UCLA Psychology Department is renowned for its rigorous integration of social, cognitive, and neuroscience research, particularly through the Soci
The rationale explicitly states UCLA falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
California State University San Marcos
San Marcos, CA · Public · LAC #16 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,055 1yr: $29,075 Grads/yr: 325
Tracks: General Psychology, Clinical/Community Psychology (pre-professional track), Human Development
Research: Health Psychology and Palliative Care, Community Psychology and Social Justice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at CSUSM emphasizes practical application through hands-on experiences and small class sizes, fostering a supportive learning e
The program distinguishes itself through specialized areas but lacks the broad national ranking to be 'strong'; 'solid'
California State University, Monterey Bay
Seaside, CA · Public · LAC #17 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $28,895 1yr: $28,861 Grads/yr: 231
Tracks: General Psychology, Cognitive Science, Social Psychology
Research: Environmental Psychology, Community Mental Health, Health Disparities
The Psychology program at CSUMB distinguishes itself through its unique integration of environmental and coastal contexts into psychological study, le
The description identifies it as a 'distinct regional draw'; 'strong' implies national prominence which is not supported
Vanderbilt University
Nashville, TN · Private · NU #18 · Department of Psychology (within the College of Arts and Science)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical/Health Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Cognition and Group Dynamics
The Vanderbilt Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of behavioral science with neuroscience, supported by state-of-the-art
The rationale explicitly states Vanderbilt falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this descripti
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA · Public · LAC #18 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $25,918 1yr: $24,179 Grads/yr: 536
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional (Pre-med/Pre-law), Human Development
Research: Community Psychology and Social Justice, Developmental Psychology across the lifespan, Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine
The Psychology program at CSUSB emphasizes practical application and community engagement, preparing students for diverse careers in social services,
The program offers a competent curriculum with specific regional strengths in community psychology and social justice, s
Rice University
Houston, TX · Private · NU #18 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social/Personality Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Culture, Developmental Neuroscience, Cognitive Science and Artificial Intelligence
The Department of Psychology at Rice is distinguished by its rigorous focus on the intersection of social, cognitive, and developmental processes, oft
Rice's program leverages status but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standing.
California State University, Stanislaus
Turlock, CA · Public · LAC #19 · College of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $28,055 1yr: $25,974 Grads/yr: 478
Tracks: General Psychology
Research: Counseling Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
The Psychology program at CSU Stanislaus emphasizes practical application and preparation for graduate studies or entry-level human services roles. It
The program offers a competent curriculum focused on practical application and graduate preparation, supported by decent
Middlebury College
Middlebury, VT · Private · LAC #19 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition, Developmental Psychology
Middlebury's Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous focus on empirical research and integration with cognitive science and neuroscience.
Middlebury is elite, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' is too high.
Grinnell College
Grinnell, IA · Private · LAC #19 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition and Behavior, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Grinnell is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on empirical research, requiring every student to complete a senior thesis or
Grinnell is elite, but its Psychology program specifically lacks the top-tier national ranking; 'strong' overstates its
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA · Public · LAC #20 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,671 1yr: $23,911 Grads/yr: 294
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional (Graduate School Prep)
Research: Health Psychology, Social Cognition, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at CSUB is designed to provide a strong foundation in behavioral science with a focus on applied skills relevant to Central Cal
The program provides a competent foundation with clear pathways to local employment and graduate school, but it lacks th
University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI · Public · NU #21 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychopathology, Neuroscience of Decision Making
The University of Michigan's Department of Psychology is renowned for its rigorous scientific approach and extensive research infrastructure, offering
The rationale explicitly states Michigan's program ranks just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent with this
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO · Private · NU #21 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social-Emotional Processes, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychopathology, Social and Personality Psychology
The Department of Psychology at WashU is distinguished by its rigorous integration of quantitative methods with traditional psychological inquiry, off
The rationale explicitly states WashU falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
California State University Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA · Public · LAC #21 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $28,707 1yr: $28,914 Grads/yr: 356
Tracks: Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional), Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Health Psychology, Community Engagement & Social Justice, Developmental Cognitive Science
The Psychology program at CSUCI distinguishes itself through a rigorous focus on community engagement and multicultural perspectives, aligning with th
CSUCI's Psychology program offers a competent, well-structured curriculum with unique experiential learning opportunitie
Carnegie Mellon University
Pittsburgh, PA · Private · NU #21 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Science and Computational Modeling, Human-Computer Interaction (HCI), Neuroscience and Brain Imaging
The Psychology program at CMU is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on quantitative methods, computational modeling, and interdisciplinary collaborati
CMU's general Psychology is overshadowed by its AI/Cognitive Science focus and does not rank in the top tier for general
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CA · Public · LAC #22 · Department of Social Sciences
2yr Earnings: $27,106 1yr: $28,178 Grads/yr: 576
Tracks: General Psychology, Pre-Professional (Pre-Med/Pre-Law), Human Services
Research: Community Psychology, Cultural Diversity and Mental Health, Educational Psychology
The Psychology program at CSUDH emphasizes social justice, cultural diversity, and practical application within the Los Angeles community. It serves a
The program demonstrates clear competency with a distinct focus on social justice and community psychology, effectively
Colgate University
Hamilton, NY · Private · LAC #22 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $47,260 1yr: $48,179
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Clinical and Counseling Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition
The Psychology program at Colgate is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research methods and a high rate of student engagement in fac
Colgate's program is well-regarded but does not consistently rank in the top tier; 'strong' overstates its national stan
Haverford College
Haverford, PA · Private · LAC #24 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: $37,952
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition and Identity, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Haverford is distinguished by its rigorous, seminar-based curriculum and the mandatory senior thesis, which provides extensi
Haverford is elite, but its Psychology program specifically lacks the top-tier national ranking; 'strong' overstates its
Georgetown University
Washington, DC · Private · NU #24 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Justice and Inequality, Cognitive Development, Neuroscience and Mental Health
The Psychology program at Georgetown distinguishes itself through a strong emphasis on social justice, ethics, and their application to real-world pol
Georgetown's program leverages location but does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high.
University of Virginia
Charlottesville, VA · Public · NU #24 · Department of Psychology (College of Arts & Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Social Cognition and Decision Making, Developmental Neuroscience, Clinical Psychology and Mental Health Interventions
The UVA Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous integration of empirical research with theoretical inquiry, offering a unique focus on soc
The rationale explicitly states UVA falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Emory University
Atlanta, GA · Private · NU #24 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Cognition
The Emory Psychology program is distinguished by its deep integration with the university's world-renowned neuroscience and public health initiatives,
The rationale explicitly states it ranks just below the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Colby College
Waterville, ME · Private · LAC #25 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $38,289 1yr: — Grads/yr: 41
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Prejudice, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Colby is distinguished by its rigorous focus on empirical research and the requirement of a senior thesis, which prepares st
Colby is a top liberal arts college, but its Psychology program specifically lacks the national research ranking to be '
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA · Private · NU #27 · Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Social and Personality Psychology, Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology
The USC Psychology program within the Dornsife College is distinguished by its strong emphasis on research, offering undergraduates early access to cu
USC is highly regarded but does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standing.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC · Public · NU #27 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Social Cognition and Group Dynamics
The UNC Psychology program is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring all undergraduates to engage in faculty-led proj
The rationale explicitly states UNC falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Colorado College
Colorado Springs, CO · Private · LAC #29 · Psychology Department
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: — Grads/yr: 28
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Justice and Mental Health, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Colorado College is distinctive due to its integration with the Block Plan, allowing students to immerse themselves in a sin
Despite rigorous requirements, CC's Psychology program does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too high.
Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr, PA · Private · LAC #29 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: — Grads/yr: 47
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Neuroscience and Cognitive Processes
The Psychology program at Bryn Mawr is distinctive for its heavy emphasis on empirical research from the freshman year, culminating in a mandatory sen
While distinctive, Bryn Mawr's Psychology program does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too h
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL · Public · NU #30 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Cognition and Group Dynamics
The University of Florida's Department of Psychology is distinguished by its rigorous research-intensive curriculum and strong ties to the university'
UF does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standing.
University of Texas at Austin
Austin, TX · Public · NU #30 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Clinical Science, Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
The University of Texas at Austin's Department of Psychology is a top-tier program known for its rigorous scientific approach and extensive research o
The rationale explicitly states UT Austin's program typically ranks just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent
New York University
New York, NY · Private · NU #30 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Social Cognition and Behavior, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience and Brain Imaging
NYU's Department of Psychology is renowned for its rigorous scientific approach and strong integration with the university's global network, offering
The rationale explicitly states NYU does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Bucknell University
Lewisburg, PA · Private · LAC #31 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $38,289 1yr: $38,460 Grads/yr: 93
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Bias, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience and Behavioral Biology
The Psychology program at Bucknell is distinguished by its rigorous emphasis on empirical research, requiring a senior thesis that demonstrates master
Bucknell offers a good program, but it lacks the national research prominence to be classified as 'strong' in this speci
University of California, Davis
Davis, CA · Public · NU #33 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
The UC Davis Department of Psychology is distinguished by its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary research, particularly in neuroscience and cognitiv
The rationale explicitly states UC Davis falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description
University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA · Public · NU #33 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Neuroscience, Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience, Health Psychology and Behavior
The Psychology program at UCI is distinguished by its heavy emphasis on neuroscience and computational approaches, leveraging the university's proximi
UCI's program is a standout due to neuroscience integration but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL · Public · NU #33 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Biopsychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign's Department of Psychology is a research powerhouse, particularly renowned for its work in cognitive neuro
UIUC is a flagship for CS/Engineering, but its Psychology program specifically does not rank in the top tier; 'strong' i
Skidmore College
Saratoga Springs, NY · Private · LAC #36 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $36,668 1yr: $34,416 Grads/yr: 78
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology
The Psychology program at Skidmore is distinguished by its mandatory senior thesis, which ensures every student gains extensive experience in research
Skidmore's program is distinguished but lacks the top-tier national ranking; 'strong' overstates its standing.
Boston College
Chestnut Hill, MA · Private · NU #37 · Morrissey College of Arts and Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Justice and Inequality
The Psychology program at Boston College is distinguished by its rigorous integration of empirical scientific research with the Jesuit commitment to s
BC's program is respected but generally ranks outside the top 15 nationally; 'flagship' is reserved for elite research p
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Madison, WI · Public · NU #39 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Cognition and Intergroup Relations
The University of Wisconsin-Madison's Psychology department is a powerhouse in the field, consistently ranked among the top programs nationally for it
The rationale explicitly states Wisconsin-Madison's program ranks just below the absolute top; 'strong' is inconsistent
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara, CA · Public · NU #39 · Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences (within the College of Letters & Science)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Biological Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations, Developmental Psychology and Child Development
The Department of Psychological & Brain Sciences at UCSB is distinguished by its world-class research in social neuroscience and cognitive processes,
The rationale explicitly states UCSB falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Boston University
Boston, MA · Private · NU #41 · Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences (within the College of Arts & Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Justice and Antiracism Research, Developmental Psychology and Child Development
The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at Boston University is distinguished by its rigorous integration of neuroscience with social scien
The rationale correctly notes it falls just outside the top tier, so the label should be 'solid' to match the descriptio
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
New Brunswick, NJ · Public · NU #41 · Department of Psychology (School of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Neuroscience and Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations
The Psychology program at Rutgers is distinguished by its robust integration of neuroscience and social science, supported by world-class research cen
The rationale explicitly states Rutgers falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
University of Maryland, College Park
College Park, MD · Public · NU #44 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Cognition and Prejudice Reduction, Developmental Psychopathology
The University of Maryland's Department of Psychology is renowned for its rigorous scientific approach, particularly in cognitive science and social p
The rationale explicitly states UMD falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY · Private · NU #44 · Department of Brain & Cognitive Sciences (within the School of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social/Personality Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Developmental Psychology, Social Cognition
The Psychology program at the University of Rochester is distinguished by its rigorous integration of neuroscience and cognitive science, housed withi
The University of Rochester is highly regarded but does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' is too
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem, NC · Private · NU #46 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Psychology and Leadership, Developmental Psychopathology
The Psychology program at Wake Forest is distinctive for its integration of scientific rigor with the university's core mission of character developme
Wake Forest's program is a standout feature but lacks the top-tier national ranking; 'strong' overstates its standing.
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN · Public · NU #46 · Department of Psychological Sciences (College of Liberal Arts)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical/Health Psychology
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience, Social Cognition and Behavior, Developmental Psychology
The Department of Psychological Sciences at Purdue is distinguished by its rigorous BS curriculum with a heavy emphasis on research methods and statis
Purdue is highly regarded but does not consistently rank in the top national tier for Psychology; 'strong' is too high.
University of Georgia
Athens, GA · Public · NU #46 · Department of Psychology (College of Arts and Sciences)
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology and Child Welfare, Neuroscience and Brain Imaging
The Department of Psychology at UGA is distinguished by its robust research infrastructure and high placement rate into top-tier doctoral programs, pa
The rationale explicitly states UGA falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
Lehigh University
Bethlehem, PA · Private · NU #46 · Department of Psychological Sciences
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychology and Child Development, Social Cognition and Group Dynamics
The Department of Psychological Sciences at Lehigh distinguishes itself through a rigorous blend of theoretical coursework and hands-on research, part
Lehigh's program is a standout feature but lacks the top-tier national ranking; 'strong' overstates its standing.
University of Washington
Seattle, WA · Public · NU #46 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: — 1yr: —
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social and Personality Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Developmental Psychopathology, Social Psychology and Intergroup Relations
The University of Washington's Department of Psychology is nationally renowned for its research-intensive curriculum and strong emphasis on neuroscien
The rationale explicitly states UW falls just outside the top tier; 'strong' is inconsistent with this description.
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA · Public · NU #76 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $24,250 1yr: $24,584
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Clinical Psychology (Pre-professional track)
Research: Cognitive Neuroscience and Brain Imaging, Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychopathology
The Department of Psychology at UCR is distinguished by its cutting-edge research facilities, including the Center for Advanced Neuroimaging and the B
UCR has cutting-edge facilities but does not consistently rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standin
University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA · Public · NU #82 · Department of Psychology
2yr Earnings: $28,393 1yr: $27,446 Grads/yr: 431
Tracks: Cognitive Science, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology, Neuroscience
Research: Social Cognition and Stereotyping, Developmental Psychology (Child/Family), Neuroscience and Perception
The Psychology program at UCSC is distinguished by its strong emphasis on research, particularly in social cognition and developmental psychology, lev
UCSC is a recognized leader in specific areas but does not rank in the top national tier; 'strong' overstates its standi

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