Social Sciences at Macalester College
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Macalester College. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Macalester College is located in Saint Paul, MN.
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Studying Online at Macalester College
Macalester College primarily offers on-campus instruction; distance-education enrollment is limited.
Social Sciences Rankings at Macalester College
Use these rankings to compare Macalester College’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Minnesota | #7 of 16 |
| Best Value | Minnesota | #15 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #17 of 63 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #60 of 63 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #254 of 934 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #802 of 930 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Macalester College
Graduates of Macalester College’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 | $39,411 |
| 2 years | $52,269 |
| 3 years | $60,205 |
| 4 years | $68,684 |
| 5 years | $68,658 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Macalester College take home a median $68,684, compared with $67,300 for all Macalester College graduates — about 2% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Macalester College stands at $23,625.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Macalester College pursue many career paths. 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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