Social Sciences at Northern Michigan University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, take a look at what Northern Michigan University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Northern Michigan University is located in Marquette, MI.
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Studying Online at Northern Michigan University
Many students take online classes at Northern Michigan University. Among 7,409 students, 967 (13%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,633 (22%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Northern Michigan University
These rankings give you a sense of how Northern Michigan University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #12 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #16 of 17 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #53 of 106 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #103 of 106 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #521 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #861 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Northern Michigan University
Graduates of Northern Michigan 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 | $30,176 |
| 2 years | $26,380 |
| 3 years | $34,404 |
| 4 years | $41,979 |
| 5 years | $55,339 |
Is this above or below average for the school? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Northern Michigan University report median earnings of $41,979, compared with $45,526 for all Northern Michigan University graduates — about 8% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Social Sciences graduates from Northern Michigan University is $19,630.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Northern Michigan University pursue many career paths. Here are 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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