Virginia · Research and Experimental Psychology

Best Research and Experimental Psychology institutions in Virginia, ranked by earnings

The Research and Experimental Psychology program focuses on applying experimental methods to study various psychological processes. Students engage in in-depth exploration of topics such as sensation, perception, memory, cognition, and…

Institutions
4
offering CIP 42.27
States offered
9
with a program page
Degrees / yr
74
IPEDS completions 2026
Median grad earnings
1 year after graduation
With earnings data
0
College Scorecard
Median net price
$24,049
IPEDS 2026
Avg graduation rate
89%
IPEDS 2026
State pay · Clinical and Counseling Psychologists
$105,480
BLS OEWS 2024

4 institutions offering Research and Experimental Psychology in Virginia

Graduate earnings are not yet reported for these institutions; ordered by completions.

#InstitutionGrad earnings (1 yr)CompletionsGrad rateNet priceMedian debt
1Washington and Lee University
Lexington Private not-for-profit
4194%$11,983
2University of Richmond
University of Richmond Private not-for-profit
2685%$24,049
3University of Virginia - Main Campus
Charlottesville Public
496%
4James Madison University
Harrisonburg Public
380%

Career outlook

What this program leads to: Clinical and Counseling Psychologists (SOC 19-3033).

Projected growth (2024–2034)
+11.2%
Much faster than average
Openings / yr (US)
~4,800
BLS Employment Projections
US median wage
$95,830
typically Doctoral or professional degree

Top skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingActive Learning

What Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Virginia

Jobs in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2024
State average pay
$105,480
median $87,110
Best-paying metro
$106,980
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC

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Common questions

Answers for students comparing Research and Experimental Psychology programs in Virginia.

How much do Clinical and Counseling Psychologists earn in Virginia?+

The average annual wage for Clinical and Counseling Psychologists in Virginia is $105,480 (median $87,110). Source: BLS OEWS, May 2024.

What is the focus of the Research and Experimental Psychology program?+

The Research and Experimental Psychology program focuses on applying experimental methods to study various psychological processes. Students engage in in-depth exploration of topics such as sensation, perception, memory, cognition, and…

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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