Highest Paying Psychology Careers

Average Annual Salary (Career Profiles, 2019 Data)

Education Required

Psychiatrist

M.D., and undergoing a four-year residency, (roughly 8 years of post-undergraduate study)

University Full Professor

Ph.D.

Industrial-Organizational Psychologist

Either a master’s or Ph.D. degree. Those with Ph.D. degrees have an easier time findings jobs and will earn higher salaries

Neuropsychologist

Ph.D. in neuropsychology or clinical neuropsychology

University Associate Professor

Ph.D.

Engineering Psychologist

Either a master’s or Ph.D. degree. Those with Ph.D. degrees have an easier time findings jobs and will earn higher salaries.

Psychology Teacher

High school teachers need at least a bachelor’s and state certification. Postsecondary psychology teachers need a master’s or Ph.D. degree.

Clinical Psychologist

Ph.D. degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.), plus 1-2 years of supervised residency, and state’s licensing exams.

Counseling Psychologist

Ph.D., Psy.D., or Ed.D.

School Psychologist

Master’s degree in school psychology; roughly 1/3 of professionals hold a Ph.D.

Forensic Psychologist

Most hold a Ph.D., however some jobs are available with a master’s.

Sports Psychologist

A master’s or Ph.D. degree in sports psychology or a related area such as counseling or clinical psychology.