Best colleges for Psychology in Oklahoma
Ranked by graduate earnings
Cameron University, East Central University and University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus are the top bachelor's Psychology programs in Oklahoma by graduate earnings. Cameron University leads with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $36,464, College Scorecard. Oklahoma State University, University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus and University of Central Oklahoma award the most Psychology degrees in Oklahoma: 335, 320 and 121 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 28 Oklahoma colleges offer Psychology and award 1,637 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Psychology program, specifically in General Psychology, explores the complexities of human behavior and mental processes. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding psychological principles and applying them to…
Top 9 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cameron University Lawton Public · Bachelor's degree | $36,464 | 38 | 31% | — | $27,625 |
| 2 | East Central University Ada Public · Bachelor's degree | $34,597 | 55 | 34% | — | $15,000 |
| 3 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman Public · Bachelor's degree | $32,657 | 320 | 75% | — | $21,700 |
| 4 | Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant Public · Bachelor's degree | $32,324 | 36 | 32% | — | $13,435 |
| 5 | Oklahoma State University Stillwater Public · Bachelor's degree | $32,302 | 335 | 68% | — | $20,500 |
| 6 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $29,474 | 64 | 57% | $23,543 | $27,000 |
| 7 | University of Central Oklahoma Edmond Public · Bachelor's degree | $29,392 | 121 | 37% | — | $21,758 |
| 8 | Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit · Bachelor's degree | $28,695 | 74 | 44% | $17,088 | $38,458 |
| 9 | Langston University Langston Public · Bachelor's degree | $30,729 | 21 | 17% | — | $30,495 |
Top certificate or associate program
Shorter credentials, ranked separately so they are not compared with four-year degrees. Ranked by median earnings one year after completion (often called starting salary), College Scorecard.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma City Community College Oklahoma City Public · Associate degree | $28,679 | 131 | 27% | — | $12,319 |
Colleges awarding the most Psychology degrees in Oklahoma
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oklahoma State University Stillwater Public | 335 | $32,302 |
| 2 | University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus Norman Public | 320 | $32,657 |
| 3 | University of Central Oklahoma Edmond Public | 121 | $29,392 |
| 4 | Mid-America Christian University Oklahoma City Private not-for-profit | 74 | $28,695 |
| 5 | Oral Roberts University Tulsa Private not-for-profit | 64 | $29,474 |
| 6 | East Central University Ada Public | 55 | $34,597 |
| 7 | Cameron University Lawton Public | 38 | $36,464 |
| 8 | Southeastern Oklahoma State University Durant Public | 36 | $32,324 |
| 9 | Northwestern Oklahoma State University Alva Public | 33 | Not reported |
| 10 | Redlands Community College El Reno Public | 30 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 18 Oklahoma colleges offering Psychology
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa Community College | Tulsa | Public | 179 |
| Oklahoma City Community College | Oklahoma City | Public | 131 |
| Rose State College | Midwest City | Public | 40 |
| Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College | Miami | Public | 23 |
| Langston University | Langston | Public | 21 |
| University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma | Chickasha | Public | 19 |
| Eastern Oklahoma State College | Wilburton | Public | 17 |
| Southwestern Oklahoma State University | Weatherford | Public | 17 |
| Oklahoma Panhandle State University | Goodwell | Public | 14 |
| Western Oklahoma State College | Altus | Public | 14 |
| Oklahoma Wesleyan University | Bartlesville | Private not-for-profit | 13 |
| Connors State College | Warner | Public | 12 |
| Oklahoma City University | Oklahoma City | Private not-for-profit | 9 |
| Oklahoma Baptist University | Shawnee | Private not-for-profit | 7 |
| Oklahoma Christian University | Edmond | Private not-for-profit | 6 |
| Randall University | Moore | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Southwestern Christian University | Bethany | Private not-for-profit | 4 |
| Southern Nazarene University | Bethany | Private not-for-profit | 1 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).
Top skills
What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Oklahoma
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Psychology programs in Oklahoma.
Which Oklahoma colleges award the most Psychology degrees?+
Oklahoma State University (335 graduates a year), University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus (320 graduates a year) and University of Central Oklahoma (121 graduates a year) award the most Psychology degrees in Oklahoma, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 28 Oklahoma colleges offer Psychology.
What is the best college for Psychology in Oklahoma?+
By graduate earnings, Cameron University leads among bachelor's Psychology programs in Oklahoma, with median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary) of $36,464, College Scorecard. East Central University and University of Oklahoma-Norman Campus follow. By degrees awarded, Oklahoma State University is the largest, with 335 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25).
Which Psychology program in Oklahoma has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, Cameron University tops the list at $36,464. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Oklahoma?+
The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Oklahoma is $97,850 (median $79,950), across about 950 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Psychology program?+
The Psychology program, specifically in General Psychology, explores the complexities of human behavior and mental processes. This program is ideal for students interested in understanding psychological principles and applying them to…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, critical thinking, active listening, writing, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists?+
The national job outlook is about +11.2% growth with around 4,800 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Doctoral or professional degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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