Sample classes
- Biopsychology of Learning and Memory
- Intuitive Judgment
- Human Perception: Applications to Computer Graphics, Art and Visual Display
- Evolution of Language
Outcomes
All information below is based on the 2022 First-Destination Post-Graduate Survey. Lists are not exhaustive, rather they are a sampling of the data. If you would like more information, please email as_careers@cornell.edu
What can you do with a degree in Psychology?
Graduate School:
In 2022, 33% of psychology students embarked on graduate school journeys. They pursued various advanced degrees, with 32% focusing on their MS, 21% working towards a JD, 11% dedicated to an MA, and more. Their graduate field interest ranges from law (21%) to business administration (11%).
These ambitious individuals have chosen to continue their education at prestigious institutions like Duke University, Georgetown University, Northwestern University, Weill Cornell Medicine, and Morehouse School of Medicine.
Employment:
60% of psychology graduates secured employment, and the majority entered sectors in human healthcare services (29%), consulting/professional practices (23%), and education (17%). Brigham and Women’s Hospital, McKinsey & Company, and the National Institutes of Health were the top 2022 employers.
Where 2022 Psychology Graduates Work
| Employer | Job Titles |
|---|---|
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Research Assistant |
| Columbia University Medical Center | Research Assistant |
| Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai | Associate Researcher |
| Mesirow | Human Resources Coordinator |
| Mile High Early Learning | Teacher |
| New York University Langone Medical Center | Research Data Associate |
| Teach for America | Middle School Teacher |
| Weil Cornell Medicine | Research Assistant |
| Yale Medical School | Postgraduate Research Associate |
