Public & Social Service at West Virginia University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public & Social Service, take a look at what West Virginia University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
West Virginia University is located in Morgantown, WV.
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Studying Online at West Virginia University
Online coursework is an option at West Virginia University. Of 23,643 students, 2,958 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 9,975 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Public & Social Service Rankings at West Virginia University
Use these rankings to compare West Virginia University’s Public & Social Service program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #2 of 7 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #7 of 7 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #71 of 200 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #83 of 202 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #323 of 855 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #562 of 865 |
Earnings for Public & Social Service Graduates from West Virginia University
Those who finish West Virginia University’s Public & Social Service program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $37,240 |
| 2 years | $37,142 |
| 3 years | $41,550 |
| 4 years | $50,074 |
| 5 years | $55,126 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Public & Social Service graduates from West Virginia University take home a median $50,074, compared with $61,939 for all West Virginia University graduates — about 19% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Public & Social Service graduates from West Virginia University is $25,000.
Best-Paid Careers for Public & Social Service Graduates
Those who complete Public & Social Service program at West Virginia University go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Public & Social Service graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Legislators | $167,600 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Chief Executives | $138,534 |
| Supply Chain Managers | $138,103 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
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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