2023 Best California Psychology Degrees and Programs

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Psychology Careers in California

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California, a state with a diverse population, is an ideal place for those looking to pursue a career in psychology or counseling. With its sunny weather and varied outdoor activities, California is an attractive destination for those seeking professional training and development in these fields. In order to become a licensed psychologist or counselor in California, there are certain requirements that must be met. For instance, applicants must have earned a doctorate degree in psychology or counseling, as well as a bachelor’s degree in general or forensic psychology. Professional counselors and marriage and family therapists are licensed by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences, while school counselors are licensed by the Board of Education.

There are numerous schools offering psychology and counseling programs throughout the state of California. From universities to community colleges, students can find a variety of educational opportunities available to pursue their psychology-related goals. In addition to traditional classroom-based learning, students may also choose to take advantage of online learning options that offer flexibility and convenience.

The demand for psychologists and counselors has grown significantly in California over the years due to the increasing mental health needs of its residents. With more people seeking help for various disorders and issues, there is a need for trained professionals who can provide quality care to their clients. Additionally, with so many different cultures represented throughout the state, psychologists and counselors can use their skills to help bridge cultural differences and foster understanding among different communities.

Top (10) Psychology Programs in California

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University of California-Los Angeles

2023 Psychology Graduates: ##,###
Average Cost to Attend: $##,###
Average Amount Grant / Scholarship: $##,###
Average Net Price: $##,###
Average Admitted: ##%
Average Enrolled: ##%
Average Graduation Rate: ##%
Student / Faculty: # / ##
Full-Time Instructors: ###
California Ranking: #1
National Ranking: #17
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University of California-Irvine

2023 Psychology Graduates: ##,###
Average Cost to Attend: $##,###
Average Amount Grant / Scholarship: $##,###
Average Net Price: $##,###
Average Admitted: ##%
Average Enrolled: ##%
Average Graduation Rate: ##%
Student / Faculty: # / ##
Full-Time Instructors: ###
California Ranking: #2
National Ranking: #19
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Psychology Programs Offered in [state]

There are #,### undergraduate psychology programs offered from ### different 4-year colleges, comprising of ### public and ## private schools.

Additionally, psychology programs in [state] produced ##,### bachelor graduates, #,### master graduates and ### Ph.D. graduates.

The table below details the programs offered and the total number of graduates in [state].

Psychology Graduates in 2023	BS	MA	PhD
Behavioral Neuroscience	###	##	##
Psychology, General	#,###	###	##
Social Work	###	###	##
Total Graduates	##,###	###	###

Credits Accepted for [state] Schools

The types of academic credits available to [state] students are varied and include:

• Dual enrollment
• Advanced placement (AP) credits
• Manish, bullet list additional credits types available in [state]

Psychology Admission, Enrollment, and Graduation in [state]

On average, [state] schools admitted ##% of students who applied to 4-year institutions. Of those who were admitted, ##% also enrolled.

The average percentage of [state] students who returned to school after their first year is ##%, compared to ##% for all universities nationwide.

The overall graduation rate for [state] 4-year colleges and universities is ##%, compared to ##% for all universities nationwide.

The top three schools in [state] for highest graduation rate are school 1 (##%), school 2 (##%), and school 3 (##%).

The top three schools with the highest number of psychology graduates in [state] are school 1 (###), school 2 (###), and school 3 (###).

Region	[state]	U.S.
Applied	##%	##%
Admitted	##%	##%
Enrolled	##%	##%
1st Year Return	##%	##%
Graduation	##%	##%

Student & Faculty Information in [state]

In the fall of 2023, [state] schools that offered psychology programs had an average full-time instructional or research faculty members or 82%, 18% part-time faculty members. The percentage of full-time instructional faculty was 61%

The average student / faculty ratio for [state] schools is ##:1.

The top three schools in [state] with the best student faculty ratio are school 1 (##:1), school 2 (##:1), and school 3 (##:1).

Region	[state]	U.S.
Full-Time Instructional	##%	##%
Full-Time Research	##%	##%
Part-Time Instructional	##%	##%
Student Faculty Ratio	##:1	##:1

Tuition and Student Expenses in [state]

The average tuition for undergraduate psychology students in [state] is dependent on the institution you choose to attend. Generally, tuition costs in [state] range from $#,### to $##,### a year, with an average of $##,###. Books and supplies are an additional expense that students need to budget for; students should expect to pay between $### to $### for books and supplies each year with the average expense of $###.

In [state], the three least expensive undergraduate psychology schools to attend are, school 1 ($#,###), school 2 ($#,###), and school 3 ($#,###), and the three most expensive ones are school 1 ($#,###), school 2 ($#,###), and school 3 ($#,###).

As a prospective psychology graduate student, you can expect to pay an the average tuition and cost of fees for graduate programs. Tuition for graduate programs in [state] vary greatly depending on the school and program chosen, but the cost of graduate tuition ranges between $#,### to $##,### per year, with an average of $##,###.

Most graduate programs require additional fees such as application fees, technology fees, and library fees which can add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars. In ‘state’ graduate fees range between $### to $#,### with an average of $###.

The three least expensive graduate psychology schools to attend in [state] are, school 1 ($#,###), school 2 ($#,###), and school 3 ($#,###).

In the table below, compare the average total expenses to attend schools between [state] and U.S. schools with data on tuition, room, board and living expenses for both undergraduate and graduate students.

Note that the average total expenses do not include financial aid, grants, loans or scholarships. You can find the average financial aid and net price data in the sections below.

Average Expenses for Psychology Schools	[state]	U.S.
On Campus Room & Board	$##,###	$##,###
On-Campus Living Expenses	$##,###	$##,###
Total Living Expenses	$#,###	$#,###
Tuition for In-State, Undergraduate	$#,###	$#,###
Books and Supplies, Undergraduate	$#,###	$#,###
Total Undergraduate Expenses	$#,###	$#,###
In-State, Graduate Tuition	$#,###	$#,###
In-State, Graduate Fees	$#,###	$#,###
Total Graduate Expenses	$#,###	$#,###

Cost to Attend, Financial Aid, Net Price in [state]

Average Net Price

The average net price to attend a college or university in [state] that offers psychology programs is $#,###.

Average net price is calculated from the most recent data supplied by each institution to the US Department of Education. The net price is calculated by adding tuition, room, board, living costs, books, supplies together and then subtracting the average financial aid (grants, scholarships and loans) for federal financial aid recipients.

The total cost of attendance is the sum of published tuition and required fees (lower of in-district or in-state), books and supplies, and the weighted average for room and board and other expenses.

Financial	[state]	U.S.
Cost to Attend	$#,###	$#,###
Average Financial Aid	$#,###	$#,###
Percent Receiving Aid	##%	##%
Net Price	$#,###	$#,###

Net Price by Family Income

Depending on the federal, state, or institutional grant aid available, the table below shows the average amount students pay to attend [state] universities presented by family income bracket.

Students may pay more or less depending on their individual circumstances; however, these are the average costs as tracked by the university and reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Average Net Price by Income	2023	2023
$0 – $30,000	$##,###	$##,###
$30,001 – $48,000	$##,###	$##,###
$48,001 – $75,000	$##,###	$##,###
$75,001 – $110,000	$##,###	$##,###
$110,001 and more	$##,###	$##,###

More Psychology Schools in California

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Rank	School	# of Graduates	Net Price	Graduation
#11	School 1	210	$19,378	##%
#12	School 2	198	$14,179	##%
#13	School 3	125	$22,366	##%
#14	School 4	321	$8,795	##%
#15	School 5	56	$7,419	##%
#16	School 6	21	$8,586	##%
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