Social Sciences at Idaho State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Idaho State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Idaho State University is in Pocatello, ID.
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Studying Online at Idaho State University
Distance learning is available at Idaho State University. Among 13,061 students, 2,515 (19%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,627 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Idaho State University
These rankings give you a sense of how Idaho State University’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #33 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #507 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #829 of 934 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Idaho | #5 of 6 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #24 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #33 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #507 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #829 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Idaho State University
Students who complete Idaho State 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 | $24,628 |
| 2 years | $26,845 |
| 3 years | $29,105 |
| 4 years | $33,598 |
| 5 years | $43,811 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Idaho State University earn a median of $33,598, compared with $53,326 for all Idaho State University graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Idaho State University stands at $30,420.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Idaho State University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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