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Research and Experimental Psychology at Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $49,035/yr (39% vs median)

AI Risk High (44% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (203,900 openings/yr)

ROI 2.1x earnings multiple

Ranked #17 of 84 Research and Experimental Psychology programs Top 25%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Research and Experimental Psychology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$528K	$526K	$489K
Earnings Multiple	2.1x	2.1x	1.9x
Probability of Field Employment	52%	48%	36%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	42

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$253,360

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$72,644

71% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$14,507

3.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Program Analysis

Graduates of Johns Hopkins University's Research and Experimental Psychology program earn $49,035/yr in their first year — 39% above the $35,198 national median, a strong market signal for this institution.

The financial case is thin at 2.1x — decade earnings barely exceed the cost of attendance. The value proposition here is driven by factors beyond pure ROI.

Some AI exposure exists in Research and Experimental Psychology's typical career paths, with 44% of job tasks potentially affected. The pessimistic scenario still projects solid returns, with a 8% gap from the optimistic case.

At $14,507 in median debt against $49,035 in first-year earnings, graduates can expect to clear their loan balance in under six months of full earnings.

At #17 of 84 nationally, this is a top-5% Research and Experimental Psychology program. Financial outcomes consistently outperform the vast majority of peers.

About Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University admits 8% of applicants — among the most selective institutions in the country, enrolling 5,617 students in Baltimore, MD. The average net cost of $72,644 over four years represents a 71% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Psychologists, all other $117,580/yr

Health specialties teachers, postsecondary $105,620/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DegreeOutlook Score for Research and Experimental Psychology at Johns Hopkins University?

A score of 46/100 indicates below-average financial outcomes for Research and Experimental Psychology. Earnings, ROI, or AI risk factors are pulling the score down.

Will AI replace Research and Experimental Psychology careers?

With 44% of typical job tasks exposed to AI, this is one of the higher-risk fields. Our pessimistic scenario projects $488,767 in decade earnings vs $528,458 in the optimistic case — a meaningful gap.

What makes Johns Hopkins University's Research and Experimental Psychology program stand out?

Ranked #17 of 84 programs nationally, Johns Hopkins University lands in the top 25%. The ranking reflects a combination of graduate earnings, return on investment, and job market alignment.

Is Johns Hopkins University a hidden gem for Research and Experimental Psychology?

After financial aid, the average student pays $72,644 over four years — 71% below the $253,360 sticker price. That gap makes the ROI significantly better than published tuition suggests.

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