Social Sciences at University of Northern Colorado
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, take a look at what University of Northern Colorado. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Northern Colorado is in Greeley, CO.
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Studying Online at University of Northern Colorado
Online coursework is an option at University of Northern Colorado. Among 8,869 students, 1,553 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,279 (37%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Northern Colorado
Use these rankings to compare University of Northern Colorado’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Colorado | #8 of 15 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Colorado | #13 of 15 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #540 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #740 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Northern Colorado
Graduates of University of Northern Colorado’s Social Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,260 |
| 2 years | $32,824 |
| 3 years | $31,210 |
| 4 years | $40,623 |
| 5 years | $45,352 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from University of Northern Colorado report median earnings of $40,623, compared with $49,952 for all University of Northern Colorado graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from University of Northern Colorado comes in at $23,479.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at University of Northern Colorado pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Social Sciences graduates, 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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