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Psychology, General at Indiana University-Northwest

Gary, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $24,061/yr (-24% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (125,000 openings/yr)

ROI 14.4x earnings multiple (5.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #587 of 926 Psychology, General programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Psychology, General graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$469K	$471K	$448K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.3x	14.4x	13.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.3x	5.3x	5.1x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	32	31	31

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$32,716

Out-of-state: $88,172 (5.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$23,880

27% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,000

9.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$39,507

64% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $24,061 place Indiana University-Northwest below the $31,705 national median for Psychology, General — worth weighing against tuition and cost of living.

With a 14.4x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Psychology, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $19,000 against $24,061/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #587 ranking among 926 Psychology, General programs places Indiana University-Northwest in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $24,061-to-$39,507 earnings arc over five years reflects a 64% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Indiana University-Northwest

Indiana University-Northwest accepts 77% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a smaller institution with 2,582 students in Gary, IN. 43% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Psychologists, all other $117,580/yr

Industrial-organizational psychologists $109,840/yr

View all 6 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Consider the Trade Route?

Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 31/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology, General at Indiana University-Northwest?

At 31/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Psychology, General programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Psychology, General at Indiana University-Northwest?

The 49% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Is Indiana University-Northwest a good choice for Psychology, General despite lower starting pay?

Starting salary is one data point. If Indiana University-Northwest's tuition is significantly below average, the ROI calculation can still work — lower earnings paired with lower costs can be a reasonable trade.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →