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Psychology at Evangel University

Springfield, MO · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Psychology, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $25,512/yr (-20% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 4.2x earnings multiple

Ranked #900 of 926 Psychology, General programs

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	$456K	$459K	$439K
Earnings Multiple	4.2x	4.2x	4.0x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	23	22	22

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$108,768

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$74,820

31% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,736

11.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$38,324

50% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $25,512 per year, Psychology graduates from Evangel University earn below the $31,705 national average. Lower costs or geographic factors may offset the earnings gap.

The 4.2x 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 4% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $24,736 debt-to-$25,512 income ratio translates to about 12 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #900 out of 926 programs, Evangel University's financial outcomes for Psychology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

Earnings growth from $25,512 to $38,324 over five years (50% increase) indicates that graduates in this field see meaningful salary progression.

About Evangel University

Evangel University accepts 69% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 1,205 students in Springfield, MO. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $74,820 — 31% 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

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Evangel University's Psychology program score?

This program scores 22/100 — on the lower end for Psychology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Psychology to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Psychology 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 earnings lower at Evangel University?

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

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