Other Social Sciences at Towson University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Other Social Sciences, take a look at what Towson University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Towson University is located in Towson, MD.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 208 other social sciences graduations were recorded at Towson University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Towson University
Many students take online classes at Towson University. Among 19,401 students, 1,638 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 6,422 (33%) took at least some classes online.
Other Social Sciences Rankings at Towson University
Rankings can help you compare Towson University’s Other Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Maryland | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Maryland | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #4 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #7 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #15 of 42 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #17 of 42 |
Earnings for Other Social Sciences Graduates from Towson University
Graduates of Towson University’s Other 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 | $35,059 |
| 2 years | $37,018 |
| 3 years | $44,285 |
| 4 years | $53,684 |
| 5 years | $64,123 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years out, Other Social Sciences graduates from Towson University earn a median of $53,684, compared with $62,991 for all Towson University graduates — about 15% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Other Social Sciences graduates from Towson University comes in at $20,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Other Social Sciences graduates at Towson University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Other Social Sciences graduates at Towson University are 67% women (139) and 33% men (69).
Other Social Sciences Bachelor’s Program at Towson University
Among the 208 bachelor’s other social sciences degrees awarded at Towson University, 67% were women (139) and 33% were men (69).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Other Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 97 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 29 |
| Black / African American | 54 |
| Asian | 7 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 19 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 53% of Other Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at Towson University, higher than the national average of 45%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Other Social Sciences Concentrations at Towson University
The Other Social Sciences program at Towson University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Other Social Sciences | 208 |
Top-Paying Careers for Other Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Other Social Sciences program at Towson University work across a variety of fields. The table below ranks the highest-paying careers for Other Social Sciences majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Transportation Planners | $50,855 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
| Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other | $42,168 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.