General Social Sciences at University of South Carolina Beaufort
If you plan to study General Social Sciences, consider the program at University of South Carolina Beaufort. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of South Carolina Beaufort sits in Bluffton, SC.
During the most recent reporting year, 29 general social sciences graduations were recorded at University of South Carolina Beaufort.
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Studying Online at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Many students take online classes at University of South Carolina Beaufort. Of 2,208 students, 397 (18%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 1,390 (63%) took at least some classes online.
General Social Sciences Rankings at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Rankings can help you compare University of South Carolina Beaufort’s General Social Sciences program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #2 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #22 of 27 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #24 of 27 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #114 of 156 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #148 of 155 |
Earnings for General Social Sciences Graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort
Students who complete University of South Carolina Beaufort’s General 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 | $26,308 |
| 2 years | $28,433 |
| 3 years | $32,750 |
| 4 years | $34,323 |
| 5 years | $38,994 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, General Social Sciences graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort earn a median of $34,323, compared with $47,890 for all University of South Carolina Beaufort graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for General Social Sciences graduates from University of South Carolina Beaufort is $37,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the student demographics for General Social Sciences graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, General Social Sciences graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort are 100% women (29) and 0% men (0).
General Social Sciences Bachelor’s Program at University of South Carolina Beaufort
Of the 29 bachelor’s general social sciences graduates at University of South Carolina Beaufort, 100% were women (29) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of General Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Beaufort.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 13 |
Minority students account for 59% of General Social Sciences bachelor’s degree recipients at University of South Carolina Beaufort, 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 General Social Sciences Concentrations at University of South Carolina Beaufort
The General Social Sciences program at University of South Carolina Beaufort offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Social Sciences | 29 |
Best-Paid Careers for General Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete General Social Sciences program at University of South Carolina Beaufort pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid careers for General Social Sciences graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Statisticians | $130,349 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Biostatisticians | $121,594 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Survey Researchers | $108,538 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
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.