Social Sciences at Biola University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, take a look at what Biola University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Biola University is in La Mirada, CA.
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Online Class Availability at Biola University
Many students take online classes at Biola University. Of 5,434 students, 1,227 (23%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,579 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Biola University
Use these rankings to compare Biola University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #72 of 160 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #90 of 198 |
| Best Value | California | #144 of 159 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #175 of 197 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #361 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #780 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Biola University
Students who complete Biola 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 | $28,935 |
| 2 years | $33,460 |
| 3 years | $40,119 |
| 4 years | $50,380 |
| 5 years | $59,857 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Biola University take home a median $50,380, compared with $54,663 for all Biola University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Biola University is $25,667.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Social Sciences program at Biola University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying 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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