Social Sciences at Montana State University
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, consider the program at Montana State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Montana State University is located in Bozeman, MT.
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Studying Online at Montana State University
Distance learning is available at Montana State University. Of 17,135 students, 909 (5%) studied exclusively online and 2,540 (15%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Montana State University
Use these rankings to compare Montana State University’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #369 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #583 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Montana State University
Students who complete Montana 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 | $31,075 |
| 2 years | $34,393 |
| 3 years | $37,280 |
| 4 years | $46,197 |
| 5 years | $50,677 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Montana State University earn a median of $46,197, compared with $55,032 for all Montana State University graduates — about 16% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Montana State University comes in at $22,763.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Montana State University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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