Social Sciences at Simpson College
If you are interested in studying Social Sciences, consider the program at Simpson College. Get started with the following essential facts.
Simpson College is located in Indianola, IA.
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Online & Distance Learning at Simpson College
Online coursework is an option at Simpson College. Of 1,251 students, 53 (4%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 201 (16%) took at least some classes online.
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Simpson College
Students who complete Simpson 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 |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $39,449 |
| 3 years | $35,030 |
| 4 years | $44,600 |
| 5 years | $57,696 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Social Sciences graduates from Simpson College take home a median $44,600, compared with $55,854 for all Simpson College graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Highest-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Simpson College go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying 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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