A lot of people say that unless you get your doctorate in psychology you make no money, is that true?

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Mr. Coulter's response was a great one. Have you explored all of the options for folks with just a B.A. or B.S. in psychology? There are a number of websites that show possible jobs - do a google search of those webiste. Check out the following webpage for some ideas (it's a jobs website): http://www.indeed.com/q-Bachelors-Degree-Psychology-jobs.html Have a discussion with your advisor at college as well. Find some internships at local companies or non-profits which is one way to find a full-time position. As the old saying goes: "do what you love and the money will follow" (if you're good at what you do). Check out positions with local/state/federal government as well. The job site for the federal government is: www.usajobs.com.

Getting a doctorate may entail even more debt than you are currently carrying. Getting a doctorate does not mean that you will be making a lot of money, either. The behavioral and social sciences are not paid as well as many other professions, e.g., business.

Good luck with the completion of your degree.

It's true that doctorate level psychologists charge more and make more money. But that's not to say you won't make money if you're a master's level clinician.