Social Sciences at Appalachian State University
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, take a look at what Appalachian State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Appalachian State University sits in Boone, NC.
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Online & Distance Learning at Appalachian State University
Distance learning is available at Appalachian State University. Of 21,570 students, 2,551 (12%) studied exclusively online and 9,977 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Appalachian State University
Rankings can help you compare Appalachian State University’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #49 of 192 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #83 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #378 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #406 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Appalachian State University
Students who complete Appalachian State University’s Social Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $27,125 |
| 2 years | $34,308 |
| 3 years | $34,145 |
| 4 years | $41,800 |
| 5 years | $50,811 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University earn a median of $41,800, compared with $50,311 for all Appalachian State University graduates — about 17% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Appalachian State University comes in at $20,776.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Appalachian State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying 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
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