General Social Sciences at Troy University
What traits are you looking for in a school for General Social Sciences, consider the program at Troy University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Troy University is in Troy, AL.
During the most recent reporting year, 37 general social sciences degrees were awarded at Troy University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Troy University
Many students take online classes at Troy University. Of 13,658 students, 6,980 (51%) studied exclusively online and 2,579 (19%) took at least some classes online.
General Social Sciences Rankings at Troy University
Rankings can help you compare Troy University’s General Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Alabama | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Alabama | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #15 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #16 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #94 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #123 of 155 |
Earnings for General Social Sciences Graduates from Troy University
Those who finish Troy University’s General 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 | $31,866 |
| 2 years | $36,041 |
| 3 years | $32,051 |
| 4 years | $38,372 |
| 5 years | $52,917 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, General Social Sciences graduates from Troy University take home a median $38,372, compared with $52,344 for all Troy University graduates — about 27% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Social Sciences graduates from Troy University stands at $28,125.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Social Sciences graduates at Troy University, by degree type.
Program-wide, General Social Sciences graduates at Troy University are 62% women (23) and 38% men (14).
General Social Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Troy University
Among the 15 bachelor’s general social sciences degrees awarded at Troy University, 40% were women (6) and 60% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 11 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Minority students account for 27% of General Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Troy University, lower than the national average of 45%.*
General Social Sciences Master’s Program at Troy University
Of the 22 master’s general social sciences degrees awarded at Troy University, 77% were women (17) and 23% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Social Sciences master’s degree recipients at Troy University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 36% of General Social Sciences master’s degree recipients at Troy University, higher than the national average of 30%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific General Social Sciences Concentrations at Troy University
This General Social Sciences program at Troy University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Social Sciences | 37 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Social Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the General Social Sciences program at Troy University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for General Social Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
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.