Psychology Degrees

The psychology program at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer psychology degrees.

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Mansfield University of Pennsylvania

Also known as Mansfield University

700 Fox Chase Rd, Jenkintown, PA

Mansfield University of Pennsylvania is a public school that has many programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Mansfield, PA, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately 3,400 students are enrolled annually at Mansfield University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Mansfield University offers:

• Library Science
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Security And Protective Services
• Education
• Psychology

Students applying for admission are usually asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, standardized test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by the admissions staff. The majority of students at this school scored between 1240 - 1610 on the SAT. 77% of those students that apply are accepted to Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, of which 35% choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.mansfield.edu.

The tuition at Mansfield University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay approximately $9,500 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $20,000 for the year. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for a cost of $5,500 per year. Students attending Mansfield University of Pennsylvania may qualify for aid which is generally grants and loans.

Athletic programs are available at Mansfield University of Pennsylvania through the NCAA, allowing students to participate in intercollegiate sports. Available athletic programs offered:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)

Students Enrolled in the Psychology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Mansfield University of Pennsylvania 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

• Camden, NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 530
  • Average Hourly Rate: $45.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $94290
• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $31.86
  • Average Annual Salary: $66270
• Wilmington, DE-MD-NJ Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 280
  • Average Hourly Rate: $36.60
  • Average Annual Salary: $76130

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

• Philadelphia, PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 200
  • Average Hourly Rate: $41.68
  • Average Annual Salary: $86700

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).