Social Sciences at Mercer University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, consider the program at Mercer University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Mercer University sits in Macon, GA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Mercer University
Many students take online classes at Mercer University. Of 9,196 students, 2,029 (22%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,218 (13%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Mercer University
Use these rankings to compare Mercer University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Georgia | #4 of 26 |
| Best Value | Georgia | #20 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 192 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #150 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #155 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #628 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Mercer University
Those who finish Mercer University’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 | $37,333 |
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Mercer University is $35,130.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Social Sciences program at Mercer University pursue many career paths. Below 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.