Social Sciences at Colgate University
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, consider the program at Colgate University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Colgate University is located in Hamilton, NY.
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Studying Online at Colgate University
Colgate University primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Social Sciences Rankings at Colgate University
Use these rankings to compare Colgate University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #2 of 79 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #6 of 180 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #19 of 934 |
| Best Value | New York | #51 of 77 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #122 of 178 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #775 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Colgate University
Those who finish Colgate 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 | $56,632 |
| 2 years | $59,820 |
| 3 years | $73,163 |
| 4 years | $92,460 |
| 5 years | $108,853 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Colgate University earn a median of $92,460, compared with $75,568 for all Colgate University graduates — about 22% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from Colgate University comes in at $16,875.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Colgate University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the top-paying careers for Social Sciences majors, 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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