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Psychology, General at Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg, MA · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $37,545/yr (18% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 11.2x earnings multiple (7.2x out-of-state)

Ranked #116 of 926 Psychology, General programs Top 25%

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	$494K	$494K	$464K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	11.2x	11.2x	10.5x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.2x	7.2x	6.8x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	44	41

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$44,184

Out-of-state: $68,504 (7.2x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$61,728

-40% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$26,000

8.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$47,387

26% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $37,545 at Fitchburg State University come in 18% above the national median of $31,705 for Psychology, General programs.

With a 11.2x 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, General career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $26,000 against $37,545/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Fitchburg State University ranks #116 among 926 Psychology, General programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 26% earnings increase from $37,545 to $47,387 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg State University accepts 90% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a smaller institution with 2,825 students in Fitchburg, MA.

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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 44/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology, General at Fitchburg State University?

At 44/100, 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 Fitchburg State University?

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 Fitchburg State University one of the best schools for Psychology, General?

Among 926 Psychology, General programs, Fitchburg State University's #116 position reflects consistently above-average results across earnings, ROI, and employment probability.

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