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Social Sciences Schools in New York

In 2020-2021, 2,378 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in NY.

In this state, Social Sciences is the 11th most popular major out of a total 35 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in New York

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 1,883
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 353
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 353
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 353
Post-Master’s Certificate 142
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 142

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 6.8%
  • Black or African American: 7.4%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 9.1%
  • White: 34.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 37.3%
  • Other Races: 5.4%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in New York

176,640 people in the state and 2,427,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to social sciences.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in New York

Social Sciences grads earn an average of $90,250 in the state and $85,750 nationwide.

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

535 Degrees in Major Awarded
96% Graduation Rate
30,135 Total Students

In their early career, Columbia grads earn an average salary of $79,434. The student to faculty ratio is 6 to 1. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 49% are considered full time.

348 Degrees in Major Awarded
85% Graduation Rate
52,775 Total Students

This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.70%. 65% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. An average student at NYU will pay a net price of $38,569.

221 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,300 Total Students

The full-time teacher rate is 37%. The student to faculty ratio is 10 to 1. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.90%.

142 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
21,322 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 69% are considered full time. The 2.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. 15 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

115 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
18,148 Total Students

Seeking financial aid? At this school, 76% of students receive it. The student loan default rate is 1.90% which is lower than average. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1.

114 Degrees in Major Awarded
95% Graduation Rate
23,620 Total Students

Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $37,042. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. It takes the average student 4.10 years to graduate.

#7

The New School

New York
102 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
9,047 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 20% are considered full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. The student loan default rate is 5.40% which is lower than average.

#8

Hunter College

New York
94 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
24,052 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $2,158. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 3.10%. Most students complete their degree in 4.67 years.

91 Degrees in Major Awarded
4,547 Total Students

The student loan default rate of 1.10% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 41% are considered full time.

86 Degrees in Major Awarded
64% Graduation Rate
17,688 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. 87% of students get financical aid. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 4.40%.

Social Sciences Careers in NY

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title NY Job Growth NY Median Salary
Statisticians 34% $90,500
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 26% $71,460
Political Science Professors 19% $103,150
Economics Professors 19% $110,710
Social Sciences Professors 18% $88,210
Sociology Professors 18% $79,180
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 18% $100,970
Geography Professors 15% $78,480
Urban and Regional Planners 14% $73,210
Economists 12% $101,740
Sociologists 12% $62,680
Managers 10% $109,910
High School Teachers 7% $81,290
Social Scientists 3% $82,460
Social Science Research Assistants 3% $44,230
Survey Researchers 1% $74,760

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

Major Annual Graduates in NY
Education 18,389
Psychology 2,885
Communication & Journalism 1,714
Library Science 481
History 477
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 306
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 159

View all majors related to Social Sciences

View Nationwide Social Sciences Report

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