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Gainful Employment Disclosure for Psychology

Waldorf College OPE ID: 001895

What can you do with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology? 

Here are the U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) Codes for the occupations that this major prepares students to enter. We’ve also included links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*Net Web Site. For Psychology, the Credential Code is 03. The Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP) Code is 42.010 – Psychology, General.

SOC Code
Occupations and Links to Occupational Profiles on the O*Net Website
19-3031.01 School Psychologists: School Psychologist, Psychologist, Consulting Psychologist, Child Study Team Director, School Psychometrist; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3031.01
19-3031.02 Clinical Psychologists: Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, Child Psychologist, Clinical Therapist, Out-Patient Therapist, Pediatric Psychologist, Behavioral Psychologist, Eating Disorder Specialist, Sex Offender Treatment Professional;
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3031.02
19-3031.03 Counseling Psychologists: Psychologist, Counselor, Psychotherapist, Chemical Dependency Therapist, Counseling Services Director, Applied Behavior Science Specialist (ABSS), Therapist, Clinical Counselor, College Counselor, Counseling Psychologist;
http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3031.03
19-3032.00 Industrial-Organizational Psychologists: Consultant, Industrial/Organizational Psychologist (I/O Psychologist), Organizational Psychologist, Research Scientist, Consulting Psychologist, Organizational Consultant, Customer Leader, Management Consultant, Industrial Psychologist, Management Psychologist; http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/19-3032.00
19-3039.00 Psychologists, All Other: http://online.onetcenter.org/link/summary/19-3039.00
25-1066.00 Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary: Professor, Psychology Professor, Psychology Instructor, Instructor, Clinical Psychology Professor, Faculty Member, School Psychology Professor, Social Sciences Professor, Teacher, Industrial/Organizational Psychology Professor (I/O Psychology Professor); http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/25-1066.00

After graduation from Waldorf College, Psychology majors have also found employment in the following positions: Caseworker, Mental Health Rehabilitation Worker, Senior Youth Worker, Substance Abuse Counselor, Addiction Counselor, Head Baseball Coach.
Graduates of Waldorf’s Psychology program have also chosen to attend graduate school.

What is the job placement rate for Waldorf Psychology graduates?

How many graduates found a job in their chosen field or continued their education (graduate school or a bachelor’s degree in another academic major) within seven months of graduation?

100% of those graduating April-July 2010

100% of those graduating December 2009

100% of those graduating April-July 2009

67% of those graduating December 2008

88% of those graduating April-July 2008

100% of those graduating December 2007

80% of those graduating April-July 2007

How long does it take to complete a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Waldorf?

The normal timeframe for completing this program is four years. Our on-time graduation rate is based on program completion within four years.


Students may choose to take fewer courses per term, extending their timeframe for completing the program.

On-time graduation rate:

2006-07: 100%

2007-08: 88%

2008-09: 82%

2009-10: 100%

2010-11: 100%

How much does it cost to complete a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Waldorf?

Program costs are calculated by taking this year’s tuition, fees and room and room& board charges, and multiplying them by the four years expected to complete the program. Textbook costs and course fee calculations are based upon the recommended curriculum listed in the course catalog, using the 2010-11 rates for used textbooks and course fees. Textbook prices and course fees are subject to change. For majors with multiple tracks, the specific tracks or endorsements used for the calculation are indicated. Textbook costs and course fees will vary with the selection of alternate tracks, Endorsements, or course electives. Transportation and personal expenses have been estimated by the Iowa College Student Aid Commission.

Tuition: $71,600

Fees: $3,904

Room & Board: $25,480

Books & Supplies: $3,231

Transportation: $5,172

Personal Expenses: $6,912

TOTAL: $116,299

How much do students borrow to complete a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at Waldorf?

In addition to grants and scholarship aid for which they are eligible, some graduates use loans to finance their education. The median debt for Waldorf Psychology graduates is:

Type of loan

2007-08

2008-09

2009-10

2010-11
Federal loans $12,849 $21,775 $16,913 $22,713
Private educational loans 0 $831 0 0
Institution financing plan 0 0 0 0

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