Public & Social Service at Western Michigan University
If you are interested in studying Public & Social Service, take a look at what Western Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Western Michigan University is in Kalamazoo, MI.
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Studying Online at Western Michigan University
Distance learning is available at Western Michigan University. Among 16,744 students, 2,238 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 7,676 (46%) took at least some classes online.
Public & Social Service Rankings at Western Michigan University
Rankings can help you compare Western Michigan University’s Public & Social Service program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #21 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 129 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 130 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #321 of 865 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #540 of 855 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #9 of 28 |
| Best Value | Michigan | #21 of 28 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #41 of 129 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #85 of 130 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #321 of 865 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #540 of 855 |
Earnings for Public & Social Service Graduates from Western Michigan University
Graduates of Western Michigan University’s Public & Social Service program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $40,861 |
| 2 years | $39,771 |
| 3 years | $45,068 |
| 4 years | $51,206 |
| 5 years | $58,506 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Public & Social Service graduates from Western Michigan University earn a median of $51,206, compared with $58,084 for all Western Michigan University graduates — about 12% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Public & Social Service graduates from Western Michigan University comes in at $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Public & Social Service Graduates
Students who finish Public & Social Service program at Western Michigan University pursue many career paths. Below are 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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