Social Sciences at American Public University System
If you plan to study Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at American Public University System. Get started with the following essential facts.
American Public University System is in Charles Town, WV.
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Studying Online at American Public University System
American Public University System operates as a distance-education institution, so Social Sciences coursework can be completed remotely.
Social Sciences Rankings at American Public University System
These rankings give you a sense of how American Public University System’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #88 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #167 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #594 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from American Public University System
Graduates of American Public University System’s Social Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $43,516 |
| 2 years | $49,271 |
| 3 years | $50,114 |
| 4 years | $59,437 |
| 5 years | $78,322 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from American Public University System take home a median $59,437, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 0% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from American Public University System stands at $23,791.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at American Public University System work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Social Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.