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Psychology, General at Pillar College

Newark, NJ · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $32,637/yr (3% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 4.8x earnings multiple

Ranked #661 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	$470K	$472K	$448K
Earnings Multiple	4.7x	4.8x	4.5x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	31	30	29

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$99,280

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$23,216

77% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,892

10.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$42,575

30% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $32,637/yr, Psychology, General graduates from Pillar College land near the $31,705 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 4.8x tuition cost in decade earnings, the ROI is moderate. This program pays for itself, but it's not a financial slam-dunk.

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 $27,892 against $32,637/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #661 ranking among 926 Psychology, General programs places Pillar College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 30% earnings increase from $32,637 to $42,575 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Pillar College

with a smaller student body of 469 in Newark, NJ. 56% of students receive Pell Grants, indicating strong socioeconomic diversity. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $23,216 — 77% less than the list price.

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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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 30/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology, General at Pillar College?

At 30/100, 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 Pillar College?

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.

What do students actually pay for Psychology, General at Pillar College?

The 77% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $99,280. At a net cost of $23,216, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

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