Social Sciences at Stony Brook University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, take a look at what Stony Brook University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Stony Brook University is located in Stony Brook, NY.
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Studying Online at Stony Brook University
Online coursework is an option at Stony Brook University. Among 26,689 students, 1,783 (7%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 11,369 (43%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Stony Brook University
These rankings give you a sense of how Stony Brook University’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 79 |
| Best Value | New York | #22 of 77 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #48 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #474 of 930 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #20 of 79 |
| Best Value | New York | #22 of 77 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #48 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #56 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #229 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #474 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Stony Brook University
Graduates of Stony Brook 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 | $36,496 |
| 2 years | $34,427 |
| 3 years | $48,093 |
| 4 years | $62,032 |
| 5 years | $71,150 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Stony Brook University take home a median $62,032, compared with $69,653 for all Stony Brook University graduates — about 11% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Stony Brook University is $20,414.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Stony Brook 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
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