Public & Social Service at University of Bridgeport
What traits are you looking for in a school for Public & Social Service, consider the program at University of Bridgeport. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Bridgeport is located in Bridgeport, CT.
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Online & Distance Learning at University of Bridgeport
Many students take online classes at University of Bridgeport. Of 3,838 students, 936 (24%) studied exclusively online and 1,954 (51%) took at least some classes online.
Public & Social Service Rankings at University of Bridgeport
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Bridgeport’s Public & Social Service program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Connecticut | #8 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Connecticut | #14 of 16 |
| Best Value | New England (Region) | #37 of 67 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | New England (Region) | #42 of 69 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #395 of 865 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #710 of 855 |
Earnings for Public & Social Service Graduates from University of Bridgeport
Students who complete University of Bridgeport’s Public & Social Service program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $34,697 |
| 2 years | $37,088 |
| 3 years | $39,618 |
| 4 years | $39,930 |
| 5 years | $45,554 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Public & Social Service graduates from University of Bridgeport take home a median $39,930, compared with $62,756 for all University of Bridgeport graduates — about 36% lower than the school-wide median.
Top-Paying Careers for Public & Social Service Graduates
Those who complete Public & Social Service program at University of Bridgeport work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Public & Social Service majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Legislators | $167,600 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Social and Community Service Managers | $156,089 |
| Chief Executives | $138,534 |
| Supply Chain Managers | $138,103 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
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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