Social Sciences at Chicago State University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, consider the program at Chicago State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Chicago State University is in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Chicago State University
Online coursework is an option at Chicago State University. Among 2,238 students, 366 (16%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 966 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Chicago State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Chicago State University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Chicago State University
Graduates of Chicago 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 | $29,578 |
| 2 years | $25,967 |
| 4 years | $37,689 |
| 5 years | $44,616 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Chicago State University take home a median $37,689, compared with $58,753 for all Chicago State University graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Chicago State University stands at $38,087.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Chicago State University pursue many career paths. Here 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.