Social Sciences at University of West Florida
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, consider the program at University of West Florida. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of West Florida is in Pensacola, FL.
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Studying Online at University of West Florida
Online coursework is an option at University of West Florida. Of 14,822 students, 7,238 (49%) studied exclusively online and 5,222 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of West Florida
Use these rankings to compare University of West Florida’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Florida | #4 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #6 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #9 of 24 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #70 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #118 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #495 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of West Florida
Students who complete University of West Florida’s Social Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,541 |
| 2 years | $29,226 |
| 3 years | $34,926 |
| 4 years | $38,510 |
| 5 years | $43,892 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from University of West Florida earn a median of $38,510, compared with $50,198 for all University of West Florida graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from University of West Florida stands at $18,858.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at University of West Florida pursue many career paths. Here are the top-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
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