Social Sciences at University of Delaware
If you plan to study Social Sciences, take a look at what University of Delaware. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Delaware is located in Newark, DE.
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Online Class Availability at University of Delaware
Many students take online classes at University of Delaware. Of 24,412 students, 1,739 (7%) studied exclusively online and 9,180 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Delaware
Use these rankings to compare University of Delaware’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 930 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Delaware | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Delaware | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #29 of 178 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #32 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #133 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #378 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Delaware
Students who complete University of Delaware’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 | $38,284 |
| 2 years | $36,573 |
| 3 years | $48,628 |
| 4 years | $60,058 |
| 5 years | $70,906 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from University of Delaware report median earnings of $60,058, compared with $69,282 for all University of Delaware graduates — about 13% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from University of Delaware stands at $24,721.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at University of Delaware work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks 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
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