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Psychology at University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Greensboro, NC · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Psychology, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $28,485/yr (-10% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 16.2x earnings multiple (5.3x out-of-state)

Ranked #329 of 926 Psychology, General programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$493K	$493K	$463K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	16.2x	16.2x	15.3x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.3x	5.3x	5.0x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	38	38	37

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$30,372

Out-of-state: $93,356 (5.3x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$40,680

-34% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$21,762

9.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$44,375

56% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $28,485 track close to the $31,705 national median for Psychology programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 16.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 6% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Psychology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $21,762 against $28,485/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #329 ranking among 926 Psychology programs places University of North Carolina at Greensboro in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

The $28,485-to-$44,375 earnings arc over five years reflects a 56% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About University of North Carolina at Greensboro

University of North Carolina at Greensboro has a 90% acceptance rate, making it broadly accessible, with a mid-sized student body of 13,848 in Greensboro, NC. 47% 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 38/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology at University of North Carolina at Greensboro?

At 38/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Psychology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Psychology at University of North Carolina at Greensboro?

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.

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