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Social Sciences Schools in Massachusetts

In 2020-2021, 1,789 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in MA.

A Social Sciences major is the 8th most popular major in this state.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in Massachusetts

Social Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,419
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 230
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 230
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 230
Post-Master’s Certificate 140
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 140

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a social sciences major is more popular with men than with women.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of social sciences majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.8%
  • Black or African American: 3.5%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.1%
  • White: 36.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 38.1%
  • Other Races: 8.9%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in Massachusetts

In this state, there are 67,810 people employed in jobs related to a social sciences degree, compared to 2,427,650 nationwide.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in Massachusetts

In this state, social sciences grads earn an average of $91,140. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,750.

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There are 10 colleges in Massachusetts that offer social sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
390 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

5 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

#2

Tufts University

Medford
376 Degrees in Major Awarded
93% Graduation Rate
12,219 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 65% are considered full time. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,494. It takes the average student 4.07 years to graduate.

253 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
32,718 Total Students

10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. Most students complete their degree in 4.06 years. 53% of students get financical aid.

185 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
5,440 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.20% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The full-time teacher rate is 71%. 72% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

95 Degrees in Major Awarded
88% Graduation Rate
22,905 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 75%. The student loan default rate of 1.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. This private institution charges an average net price of $29,714.

#6

Boston College

Chestnut Hill
92 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
14,934 Total Students

In their early career, Boston College grads earn an average salary of $70,858. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 0.90%. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1.

#7

Clark University

Worcester
82 Degrees in Major Awarded
77% Graduation Rate
3,405 Total Students

Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $40,331 a year. The student to faculty ratio is 9 to 1. This private institution charges an average net price of $27,233.

72 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
31,642 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $52,450 after graduation. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 90% of students receive it.

64 Degrees in Major Awarded
61% Graduation Rate
1,951 Total Students

37% of the teachers are full time. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $42,408 a year. The student loan default rate is 6.20% which is lower than average.

54 Degrees in Major Awarded
94% Graduation Rate
11,254 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 0.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. 75% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Graduates earn an average $112,623 after graduation.

Social Sciences Careers in MA

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Statisticians 36% $101,020
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 20% $67,920
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 16% $87,000
Political Science Professors 14% $102,760
Economics Professors 14% $110,630
Sociology Professors 13% $75,600
Social Sciences Professors 12% $72,640
High School Teachers 11% $77,830
Urban and Regional Planners 11% $80,410
Geography Professors 11% $87,530
Social Scientists 9% $80,030
Managers 7% $120,100
Social Science Research Assistants 6% $50,060
Survey Researchers 3% $59,760
Sociologists -7% $95,780

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to social sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in MA
Education 6,799
Psychology 1,536
Communication & Journalism 819
Library Science 273
History 188
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 139
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 110

View all majors related to Social Sciences

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