Social Sciences at Fort Hays State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, take a look at what Fort Hays State University. Get started with the following essential facts.
Fort Hays State University is located in Hays, KS.
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Studying Online at Fort Hays State University
Many students take online classes at Fort Hays State University. Among 12,878 students, 7,032 (55%) studied exclusively online and 2,074 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Fort Hays State University
Rankings can help you compare Fort Hays State University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Nationwide | #346 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #776 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Fort Hays State University
Students who complete Fort Hays State 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 | $34,326 |
| 2 years | $35,890 |
| 3 years | $29,804 |
| 4 years | $42,654 |
| 5 years | $47,473 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from Fort Hays State University take home a median $42,654, compared with $51,930 for all Fort Hays State University graduates — about 18% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from Fort Hays State University is $31,975.
Best-Paid Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Fort Hays State University go on to a range of careers. Here are the highest-paying 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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