Social Sciences at Radford University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Sciences, you may want to check out the program at Radford University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Radford University is in Radford, VA.
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Online Class Availability at Radford University
Distance learning is available at Radford University. Of 7,812 students, 1,759 (23%) studied exclusively online and 3,307 (42%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Radford University
Use these rankings to compare Radford University’s Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Virginia | #10 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Virginia | #20 of 33 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #94 of 192 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #95 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #445 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #611 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Radford University
Those who finish Radford 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 | $30,166 |
| 2 years | $34,536 |
| 3 years | $41,390 |
| 4 years | $49,784 |
| 5 years | $61,085 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Radford University earn a median of $49,784, compared with $55,129 for all Radford University graduates — about 10% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from Radford University stands at $25,184.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Radford University pursue many career paths. Below are the best-paid 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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