Social Sciences at Ball State University
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, consider the program at Ball State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ball State University is located in Muncie, IN.
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Studying Online at Ball State University
Online coursework is an option at Ball State University. Of 21,089 students, 5,957 (28%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,416 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Ball State University
Use these rankings to compare Ball State University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Indiana | #7 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Indiana | #8 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #32 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #42 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #379 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #383 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Ball State University
Graduates of Ball State 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 | $27,647 |
| 2 years | $32,106 |
| 3 years | $39,917 |
| 4 years | $42,301 |
| 5 years | $49,819 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from Ball State University earn a median of $42,301, compared with $53,575 for all Ball State University graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from Ball State University is $23,803.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Ball State University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks 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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