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Social Sciences Schools in South Carolina

In 2020-2021, 80 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in SC.

In terms of popularity, Social Sciences is the 16th most popular major in the state out of a total 31 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in South Carolina

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Master’s Degree 52
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 25
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 25
Post-Master’s Certificate 3
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 3

Gender Distribution

In South Carolina, 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 South Carolina is as follows:

  • Asian: 0.0%
  • Black or African American: 15.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 2.5%
  • White: 60.0%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 21.3%
  • Other Races: 1.3%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in South Carolina

There are 25,250 people in the state and 2,427,650 people in the nation working in social sciences jobs.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in South Carolina

Social Sciences grads earn an average of $65,010 in the state and $85,750 nationwide.

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There are 6 colleges in South Carolina that offer social sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 6 below:

37 Degrees in Major Awarded
76% Graduation Rate
35,470 Total Students

94% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 72% are considered full time. Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $20,559.

22 Degrees in Major Awarded
83% Graduation Rate
26,406 Total Students

In their early career, Clemson grads earn an average salary of $51,690. A typical student attending Clemson will pay a net price of $21,262. 16 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
72% Graduation Rate
3,740 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 12 to 1. 88% of students are awarded financial aid at this school. Most students complete their degree in 4.13 years.

#4

Coker University

Hartsville
6 Degrees in Major Awarded
35% Graduation Rate
1,087 Total Students

61% of the teachers are full time. An average student at Coker will pay a net price of $16,975. In their early career, Coker grads earn an average salary of $30,872.

#5

College of Charleston

Charleston
3 Degrees in Major Awarded
71% Graduation Rate
10,384 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,654. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 66% are considered full time. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 85% of students receive it.

#6

Converse College

Spartanburg
1 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,377 Total Students

The 6.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. 11 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

Social Sciences Careers in SC

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title SC Job Growth SC Median Salary
Statisticians 39% $65,940
Political Science Professors 17% $71,160
Anthropologists and Archeologists 17% $60,270
Sociology Professors 14% $61,690
Urban and Regional Planners 13% $59,100
Survey Researchers 13% $0
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists 12% $49,210
High School Teachers 9% $53,320
Economics Professors 9% $69,000
Social Science Research Assistants 9% $50,700
Economists 8% $60,480
Managers 8% $98,620
Social Sciences Professors 6% $79,630
Social Scientists 0% $73,460

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

Major Annual Graduates in SC
Education 2,297
Psychology 169
Library Science 121
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 79
Communication & Journalism 59
History 39
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 6

View all majors related to Social Sciences

View Nationwide Social Sciences Report

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