Social Sciences at Loyola University Chicago
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, take a look at what Loyola University Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Loyola University Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online Class Availability at Loyola University Chicago
Distance learning is available at Loyola University Chicago. Among 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Loyola University Chicago
Rankings can help you compare Loyola University Chicago’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #7 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 106 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #30 of 30 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #101 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #244 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #868 of 930 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #29 of 106 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #101 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #244 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #868 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Students who complete Loyola University Chicago’s Social Sciences program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,938 |
| 2 years | $26,558 |
| 3 years | $40,011 |
| 4 years | $56,495 |
| 5 years | $62,747 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Loyola University Chicago report median earnings of $56,495, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 25% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Loyola University Chicago comes in at $22,333.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Loyola University Chicago go on to a range of careers. 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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