Social Sciences at Nicholls State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, consider the program at Nicholls State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Nicholls State University is in Thibodaux, LA.
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Studying Online at Nicholls State University
Many students take online classes at Nicholls State University. Of 6,043 students, 1,295 (21%) studied exclusively online and 2,193 (36%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Nicholls State University
Rankings can help you compare Nicholls State University’s Social Sciences program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Louisiana | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Louisiana | #11 of 14 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Nicholls State University
Students who complete Nicholls State 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 | $28,531 |
| 2 years | $31,314 |
| 4 years | $38,457 |
| 5 years | $39,634 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Social Sciences graduates from Nicholls State University take home a median $38,457, compared with $53,303 for all Nicholls State University graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Nicholls State University comes in at $26,074.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Nicholls State University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the best-paid 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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