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Psychology at Franklin Pierce University

Rindge, NH · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree · Psychology, General

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,465/yr (-1% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 2.7x earnings multiple

Ranked #822 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	$482K	$483K	$456K
Earnings Multiple	2.7x	2.7x	2.5x
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)

$179,852

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$107,624

40% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

10.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$43,979

40% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $31,465/yr, Psychology graduates from Franklin Pierce University land near the $31,705 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 2.7x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Psychology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $31,465/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #822 ranking among 926 Psychology programs places Franklin Pierce University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 40% earnings increase from $31,465 to $43,979 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Franklin Pierce University

With 90% of applicants admitted, Franklin Pierce University prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 1,055 students in Rindge, NH. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $107,624 — 40% 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 25/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology at Franklin Pierce University?

At 25/100, 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 Franklin Pierce 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.

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