Social Sciences at The University of Montana
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, consider the program at The University of Montana. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
The University of Montana is located in Missoula, MT.
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Online & Distance Learning at The University of Montana
Many students take online classes at The University of Montana. Of 10,811 students, 2,398 (22%) studied exclusively online and 3,174 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at The University of Montana
Rankings can help you compare The University of Montana’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #22 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #462 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #600 of 934 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Montana | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Montana | #2 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #20 of 34 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #22 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #462 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #600 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from The University of Montana
Graduates of The University of Montana’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 | $26,310 |
| 2 years | $29,829 |
| 3 years | $34,057 |
| 4 years | $38,164 |
| 5 years | $47,599 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from The University of Montana take home a median $38,164, compared with $49,692 for all The University of Montana graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from The University of Montana is $24,353.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at The University of Montana pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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
More about our data sources and methodologies.