Social Sciences at University of Wyoming
If you plan to study Social Sciences, consider the program at University of Wyoming. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Wyoming is in Laramie, WY.
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Online Class Availability at University of Wyoming
Distance learning is available at University of Wyoming. Of 10,813 students, 2,268 (21%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 4,532 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at University of Wyoming
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Wyoming’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #190 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #298 of 934 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Wyoming | #1 of 3 |
| Best Value | Wyoming | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #9 of 34 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #11 of 34 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #190 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #298 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from University of Wyoming
Graduates of University of Wyoming’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 | $30,392 |
| 2 years | $32,382 |
| 3 years | $48,029 |
| 4 years | $53,182 |
| 5 years | $52,987 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from University of Wyoming take home a median $53,182, compared with $58,250 for all University of Wyoming graduates — about 9% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from University of Wyoming comes in at $22,216.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at University of Wyoming pursue many career paths. Here are the highest-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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