Sociology at University of Alaska Fairbanks
If you plan to study Sociology, you may want to check out the program at University of Alaska Fairbanks. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Alaska Fairbanks is in Fairbanks, AK.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Alaska Fairbanks
Many students take online classes at University of Alaska Fairbanks. Among 6,893 students, 3,040 (44%) studied exclusively online and 2,069 (30%) took at least some classes online.
Top-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Those who complete Sociology program at University of Alaska Fairbanks go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Sociology graduates, 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 |
| Sociologists | $74,866 |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $53,394 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
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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