Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Xavier University of Louisiana prepares students for careers as case managers, psychiatric technicians, career counselors, and rehabilitation specialists. The program focuses on the scientific study of individual and collective behavior, the physical and environmental bases of behavior, and the analysis and treatment of behavior problems and disorders. Program courses include: principles of the various subfields of psychology, research methods, and psychological assessment and testing methods. Get more details below including other Louisiana colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Xavier University of Louisiana

6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA

Xavier University of Louisiana is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in New Orleans, LA. A majority of historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The Roman Catholic affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled per year at XU.

Students may choose from a few areas of study, including:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Physical Sciences
• Psychology
• Business And Marketing Studies

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Most students accepted to this school earn an SAT score between 1270 to 1600, or an ACT score between 19 to 24. 64% of applicants are accepted to this school, of which 27% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at xula.edu.

The cost of tuition is nearly $20,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is typically offered as grants or student loans.

The XU "Gold Rush" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Sports available:

• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Tennis (NAIA Division I)
• Volleyball (NAIA Division I)

For a complete list of areas of study, programs, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.xula.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Xavier University of Louisiana offers a bachelor's degree program in psychology.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

School Psychologists

Description

Investigate processes of learning and teaching and develop psychological principles and techniques applicable to educational problems.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, school psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 130
  • Average Hourly Rate: $44.83
  • Average Annual Salary: $93250

Industrial-Organizational Psychologists

Description

Apply principles of psychology to human resources, administration, management, sales, and marketing problems. Activities may include policy planning; employee testing and selection, training and development; and organizational development and analysis. May work with management to organize the work setting to improve worker productivity.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, industrial-organizational psychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 19.1% from 2014 to 2024

Neuropsychologists and Clinical Neuropsychologists

Description

Apply theories and principles of neuropsychology to diagnose and treat disorders of higher cerebral functioning.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, neuropsychologists and clinical neuropsychologists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 9.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• New Orleans-Metairie, LA
  • Total Employment: 90
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $86280

Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in psychology, such as child, clinical, and developmental psychology, and psychological counseling. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).