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Psychology at Indiana University-Southeast

New Albany, IN · Public · Bachelor's Degree · Psychology, General

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,438/yr (5% vs median)

AI Risk High (49% exposed)

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

ROI 15.1x earnings multiple (5.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #177 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 graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$493K	$493K	$463K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	15.1x	15.1x	14.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.6x	5.6x	5.3x
Probability of Field Employment	51%	47%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	43	42	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)

$32,716

Out-of-state: $88,172 (5.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$33,028

-1% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$19,500

7.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$46,097

38% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $33,438 per year, Psychology graduates from Indiana University-Southeast earn slightly above the $31,705 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

With a 15.1x 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 $19,500 against $33,438/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

Indiana University-Southeast ranks #177 among 926 Psychology programs, placing it in the top 5% nationally by our financial outcomes measure.

A 38% earnings increase from $33,438 to $46,097 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Indiana University-Southeast

With 83% of applicants admitted, Indiana University-Southeast prioritizes broad access, a compact campus enrolling 3,088 students in New Albany, IN.

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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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Trade programs often mean less time in school, lower student debt, and hands-on career paths that tend to be more resilient to AI disruption.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 42/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Psychology at Indiana University-Southeast?

At 42/100, 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 Indiana University-Southeast?

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 Indiana University-Southeast one of the best schools for Psychology?

Among 926 Psychology programs, Indiana University-Southeast's #177 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 →