Social Sciences at Augusta University
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Augusta University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Augusta University is in Augusta, GA.
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Studying Online at Augusta University
Online coursework is an option at Augusta University. Among 10,900 students, 2,320 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,480 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Augusta University
These rankings give you a sense of how Augusta University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Georgia | #11 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #19 of 26 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #63 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #141 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #348 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #826 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Augusta University
Graduates of Augusta University’s Social Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $29,916 |
| 2 years | $27,230 |
| 3 years | $33,451 |
| 4 years | $36,522 |
| 5 years | $40,166 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Augusta University earn a median of $36,522, compared with $71,086 for all Augusta University graduates — about 49% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Augusta University is $22,906.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Augusta University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Social Sciences majors, 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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