Social Sciences at University of Illinois Chicago
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, take a look at what University of Illinois Chicago. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Illinois Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Illinois Chicago
Many students take online classes at University of Illinois Chicago. Of 33,906 students, 4,153 (12%) studied exclusively online and 18,836 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Illinois Chicago
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Illinois Chicago’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #9 of 30 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #217 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #344 of 934 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #3 of 30 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #9 of 30 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #217 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #344 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Illinois Chicago
Students who complete University of Illinois Chicago’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 | $32,655 |
| 2 years | $33,565 |
| 3 years | $41,458 |
| 4 years | $49,884 |
| 5 years | $58,170 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from University of Illinois Chicago report median earnings of $49,884, compared with $73,881 for all University of Illinois Chicago graduates — about 32% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from University of Illinois Chicago is $21,106.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Graduates of the Social Sciences program at University of Illinois Chicago 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
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