Social Sciences at Bucknell University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Bucknell University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Bucknell University is located in Lewisburg, PA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Bucknell University
Bucknell University delivers most coursework on campus; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Social Sciences Rankings at Bucknell University
Use these rankings to compare Bucknell University’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Pennsylvania | #12 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #24 of 180 |
| Best Value | Pennsylvania | #51 of 53 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #94 of 934 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #170 of 178 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #905 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Bucknell University
Graduates of Bucknell University’s Social Sciences program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $53,056 |
| 2 years | $53,446 |
| 3 years | $59,459 |
| 4 years | $72,973 |
| 5 years | $89,546 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Bucknell University report median earnings of $72,973, compared with $72,362 for all Bucknell University graduates — about 1% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Bucknell University comes in at $25,944.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Bucknell 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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