Social Sciences at University of Central Florida
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, take a look at what University of Central Florida. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Central Florida is located in Orlando, FL.
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Online Class Availability at University of Central Florida
Distance learning is available at University of Central Florida. Of 69,713 students, 12,508 (18%) studied exclusively online and 31,060 (45%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Central Florida
Rankings can help you compare University of Central Florida’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 24 |
| Best Value | Florida | #10 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #78 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #528 of 934 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Florida | #10 of 24 |
| Best Value | Florida | #10 of 24 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #78 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #186 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #528 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Central Florida
Graduates of University of Central 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 | $29,557 |
| 2 years | $28,079 |
| 3 years | $37,190 |
| 4 years | $42,498 |
| 5 years | $52,978 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from University of Central Florida take home a median $42,498, compared with $55,077 for all University of Central Florida graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from University of Central Florida is $24,115.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at University of Central Florida pursue many career paths. Below 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.