Social Sciences at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Get started with the following essential facts.
University of Massachusetts-Lowell is in Lowell, MA.
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Studying Online at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Many students take online classes at University of Massachusetts-Lowell. Among 16,598 students, 5,089 (31%) studied exclusively online and 1,937 (12%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Massachusetts-Lowell
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Massachusetts-Lowell’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Massachusetts | #12 of 35 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Massachusetts | #19 of 35 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #19 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #39 of 75 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #318 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #494 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell
Graduates of University of Massachusetts-Lowell’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 | $49,767 |
| 2 years | $50,042 |
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from University of Massachusetts-Lowell is $23,999.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at University of Massachusetts-Lowell pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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