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Psychology, General at University of the Pacific

Stockton, CA · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $23,077/yr (-27% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 3.3x earnings multiple

Ranked #807 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	$741K	$720K	$628K
Earnings Multiple	3.3x	3.3x	2.8x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	25	24

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$221,360

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$103,704

53% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,000

12.5 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$65,588

184% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of the Pacific's Psychology, General graduates start at $23,077/yr, trailing the $31,705 national average by 27%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

The 3.3x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 49% task exposure — and the 15% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $24,000 debt load exceeds a year of the $23,077 starting salary, suggesting a multi-year repayment window before graduates break even financially.

At #807 out of 926 programs, University of the Pacific's financial outcomes for Psychology, General trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $23,077 to $65,588 over five years (184% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About University of the Pacific

A 95% acceptance rate means University of the Pacific is accessible to most applicants, a compact campus enrolling 3,247 students in Stockton, CA. After financial aid, the average student pays $103,704 over four years — 53% below sticker 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

How does University of the Pacific's Psychology, General program score?

This program scores 25/100 — on the lower end for Psychology, General. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

Do University of the Pacific Psychology, General graduates earn enough to justify the loans?

The debt-to-income ratio of 1.0x suggests an extended repayment window. Whether it's 'worth it' depends on career trajectory, not just first-year pay.

How vulnerable is Psychology, General to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Psychology, General careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 49% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Psychology, General earnings lower at University of the Pacific?

Lower starting pay at University of the Pacific may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

How affordable is Psychology, General at University of the Pacific after financial aid?

Sticker price is $221,360, but the average net cost is $103,704 — a 53% discount. For students who qualify for aid, this program is considerably more affordable than it appears.

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