Social Sciences, General

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#1

#1 Best College for Social Sciences, General in the U.S.

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK

the University of Alaska Fairbanks is known for being a fairly selective school.

Acceptance Rate

65%

Annual Degrees Awarded

2

SAT Score

1,010–1,320

Est. Net Price *

$9,450

Median Starting Salary

$56,761

#2

#2 Best College for Social Sciences, General in the U.S.

Missouri Southern State University
Joplin, MO

In general, Missouri Southern State University is a non selective school.

Acceptance Rate

99%

Annual Degrees Awarded

3

SAT Score

970–1,190

Est. Net Price *

$10,061

Median Starting Salary

$57,588

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About Social Sciences, General

A program that focuses on the general study of human social behavior and social institutions using any of the methodologies common to the social sciences and/or history, or an undifferentiated program of study in the social sciences.

For all the 16,590 degrees granted in Social Sciences, General per year, the majority of them are Associates degree. Of the 5 students earning degrees at the Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years level across the US, 40% percent identify as men and 60% percent identify as women. While students at schools all over the country study Social Sciences, General, Missouri has the most graduates. The average starting salary for an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences, General is $39,700.

Popularity of Social Sciences, General Degrees in the U.S.
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Careers

The highest paying job for Social Sciences, General majors is Social Science Research Assistants. However, something else to consider is how much demand there is for certain positions. A job that is in high need that a degree in Social Sciences, General can prepare you for is Social Science Research Assistants.

Top Paying Careers

These are the highest paying careers for Social Sciences, General majors.

Most In-Demand Careers

These are the careers in highest demand for Social Sciences, General majors.

Student Demographics

Total Students
5
Female Students
3 (60%)
Male Students
2 (40%)

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