Behavioral Science at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
If you are interested in studying Behavioral Science, you may want to check out the program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill sits in Chapel Hill, NC.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 569 behavioral science graduations were recorded at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
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Studying Online at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Distance learning is available at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Of 32,438 students, 1,858 (6%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 5,669 (17%) took at least some classes online.
Behavioral Science Rankings at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Rankings can help you compare University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s Behavioral Science program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 59 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | North Carolina | #1 of 2 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 4 |
| Best Value | North Carolina | #1 of 2 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #9 of 59 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #10 of 59 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Behavioral Science graduates at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Behavioral Science graduates at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill are 79% women (451) and 21% men (118).
Behavioral Science Bachelor’s Program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Of the 524 bachelor’s behavioral science degrees awarded at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 80% were women (418) and 20% were men (106).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 274 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 67 |
| Black / African American | 61 |
| Asian | 60 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 28 |
| International (Nonresident) | 22 |
| Unknown | 10 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 42% of Behavioral Science bachelor’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, lower than the national average of 44%.*
Behavioral Science Master’s Program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Among the 21 master’s behavioral science degrees awarded at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 76% were women (16) and 24% were men (5).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science master’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 9 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 3 |
| Unknown | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 38% of Behavioral Science master’s degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, above the national average of 36%.*
Behavioral Science Doctoral Program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Of the 24 doctoral behavioral science degrees awarded at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, 71% were women (17) and 29% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Behavioral Science doctoral degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 4 |
Minority students account for 25% of Behavioral Science doctoral degree recipients at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, below the national average of 27%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Behavioral Science Concentrations at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
This Behavioral Science program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Behavioral Sciences | 569 |
Top-Paying Careers for Behavioral Science Graduates
Graduates of the Behavioral Science program at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Behavioral Science majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,479 |
| Life Scientists, All Other | $97,541 |
| Neuropsychologists | $83,690 |
| Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other | $75,358 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $73,521 |
| Clinical Neuropsychologists | $57,643 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | $41,630 |
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.