Educational Psychology — Career Paths
3 careers commonly entered by Educational Psychology graduates. Median US salary across these roles: $74K. 2 are in high or very-high demand.
What can you do with a Educational Psychology degree?
Graduates with a Educational Psychology degree typically move into the 3 roles listed below. This list is built from the U.S. Department of Education's official CIP→SOC crosswalk — meaning each role is a documented occupational pathway from this field of study, not a guess. 3 of these roles will be transformed (but not replaced) by AI — workers who pair the degree with AI fluency will outperform those who don't.
Career Roles (3)
School Administrator
Manage school operations, staff, and educational programs
School Psychologist
Provides psychological assessment in schools
School Counselor
Academic career and personal counseling
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