Public & Social Service at Bluefield University
If you plan to study Public & Social Service, take a look at what Bluefield University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Bluefield University is located in Bluefield, VA.
Featured schools near , edit
Online & Distance Learning at Bluefield University
Online coursework is an option at Bluefield University. Of 959 students, 390 (41%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 466 (49%) took at least some classes online.
Public & Social Service Rankings at Bluefield University
Rankings can help you compare Bluefield University’s Public & Social Service program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #11 of 17 |
| Best Value | Virginia | #13 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #71 of 202 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #168 of 200 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #508 of 865 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #668 of 855 |
Earnings for Public & Social Service Graduates from Bluefield University
Students who complete Bluefield University’s Public & Social Service program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,489 |
| 2 years | $33,993 |
| 3 years | $34,931 |
| 4 years | $39,167 |
| 5 years | $42,456 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Public & Social Service graduates from Bluefield University earn a median of $39,167, compared with $50,554 for all Bluefield University graduates — about 23% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Public & Social Service graduates from Bluefield University is $25,000.
Highest-Paying Careers for Public & Social Service Graduates
Those who complete Public & Social Service program at Bluefield University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid careers for Public & Social Service majors, 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.