West Virginia Psychology Schools

To earn a solid living as a psychologist in West Virginia, you need to first tackle educational opportunities--the state has 17 accredited colleges and universities offering programs. You also need to give careful consideration to your area of specialization.

Walden University

Featured Programs:
BS in Psychology - Graduate School Prep

Southern New Hampshire University

Featured Programs:
BA in Psychology/Child & Adolescent Development (Online)

West Virginia Psychology Resources

• West Virginia Psychological Association
• West Virginia Board of Examiners of Psychologists

Capella University

Featured Programs:
MS in General Psychology (Online)
MS in Child and Adolescent Development

Post University

Featured Programs:
BA in Psychology (Online)

Educational Programs and Possibilities

School psychologists as well as clinical and counseling practitioners earn on the low end of the income pool, but these programs are very popular because of the tremendous job opportunities they hold. Most students, who attend West Virginia psychology programs, will probably work in these sectors at some point in their careers.

Kaplan University

Featured Programs:
BS Psychology (Online)

Northcentral University

Featured Programs:
MA in Health Psychology (Online)

The 17 universities and colleges offer much more than educational training, though. The University of West Virginia, for example, allows one to pursue studies in sports psychology, behavioral analysis, and lifespan development. These fields can be more lucrative.

University of Phoenix

Featured Programs:
Bachelor of Science in Psychology

Psychology in West Virginia Job Prospects

The low end of the earning spectrum is around $50,000 per year. Areas of specialization outside educational, clinical, and counseling psychology, earn an average in the mid-$80,000 range. With a low cost of living, either wage makes West Virginia a great home to the practicing psychologist.