Social Sciences at Shepherd University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, consider the program at Shepherd University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Shepherd University is located in Shepherdstown, WV.
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Studying Online at Shepherd University
Distance learning is available at Shepherd University. Of 3,339 students, 461 (14%) studied exclusively online and 1,673 (50%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Shepherd University
Rankings can help you compare Shepherd University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #1 of 8 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #5 of 8 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #30 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #43 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #218 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #331 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Shepherd University
Those who finish Shepherd 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 | $30,461 |
| 2 years | $37,885 |
| 3 years | $48,671 |
| 4 years | $51,084 |
| 5 years | $56,868 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Shepherd University take home a median $51,084, compared with $51,887 for all Shepherd University graduates — about 2% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Social Sciences graduates from Shepherd University is $20,030.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Students who finish Social Sciences program at Shepherd University go on to a range of careers. Below 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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