Social Sciences at Augustana University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, consider the program at Augustana University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Augustana University is in Sioux Falls, SD.
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Online Class Availability at Augustana University
Distance learning is available at Augustana University. Of 2,390 students, 106 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 956 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Augustana University
Use these rankings to compare Augustana University’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Augustana University
Graduates of Augustana University’s Social Sciences program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $46,610 |
| 2 years | $32,569 |
| 4 years | $51,831 |
| 5 years | $52,014 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Augustana University take home a median $51,831, compared with $52,660 for all Augustana University graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Augustana University is $27,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Augustana University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the best-paid careers for Social Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Business Intelligence Analysts | $143,840 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists | $124,518 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Data Scientists | $106,295 |
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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