Social Sciences at University of South Dakota
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, take a look at what University of South Dakota. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Dakota is in Vermillion, SD.
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Online Class Availability at University of South Dakota
Distance learning is available at University of South Dakota. Among 10,619 students, 3,777 (36%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,110 (29%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of South Dakota
Use these rankings to compare University of South Dakota’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | South Dakota | #2 of 2 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #579 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #823 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of South Dakota
Students who complete University of South Dakota’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 | $28,457 |
| 2 years | $33,874 |
| 3 years | $33,995 |
| 4 years | $47,537 |
| 5 years | $58,829 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from University of South Dakota take home a median $47,537, compared with $60,001 for all University of South Dakota graduates — about 21% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from University of South Dakota stands at $23,410.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at University of South Dakota pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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