Compare 5 Psychology, General. programs in Montana. Average earnings: $37,071.
Psychology, General programs produce graduates earning between $29,910 and $41,482—an $11K spread that demonstrates why program selection matters independently of school prestige. Across 5 ranked programs in Montana, outcomes vary based on program quality, not institutional reputation.
University of Providence's Psychology program leads with graduates earning $41,482, well above the state average of $37,071. Montana State University follows at $38,907, while Carroll College rounds out the top three at $37,915. The data shows regional institutions competing effectively across the earnings spectrum.
Highest program earnings: $41,482
Strong outcomes ($41,482) with 64% acceptance
13.6% payment burden | Manageable - payment 12-18% of discretionary
21.9% family burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of ProvidencePrivate | $41,482 | 6 | $18,750 | Manageable | $10,000 | Challenging |
| #2 | Montana State UniversityPublic | $38,907 | 113 | $22,500 | Challenging | $25,000 | High |
| #3 | Carroll CollegePrivate | $37,915 | 14 | $25,757 | Challenging | $37,513 | High |
| #4 | $37,141 | 97 | $22,400 | Challenging | $19,000 | High | |
| #5 | Rocky Mountain CollegePrivate | $29,910 | 13 | $26,000 | High | $19,971 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
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