Social Sciences at Brandeis University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, consider the program at Brandeis University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Brandeis University is in Waltham, MA.
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Online Class Availability at Brandeis University
Many students take online classes at Brandeis University. Of 5,205 students, 401 (8%) studied exclusively online and 833 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Brandeis University
Use these rankings to compare Brandeis University’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #17 of 35 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #32 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #33 of 75 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #59 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #257 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #856 of 930 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #17 of 35 |
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #32 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #33 of 75 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #59 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #257 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #856 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Brandeis University
Students who complete Brandeis 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 | $50,049 |
| 2 years | $53,154 |
| 3 years | $60,947 |
| 4 years | $72,818 |
| 5 years | $84,028 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from Brandeis University take home a median $72,818, compared with $70,733 for all Brandeis University graduates — about 3% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Brandeis University comes in at $25,407.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Social Sciences program at Brandeis University pursue many career paths. 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.