Social Sciences at Winthrop University
If you plan to study Social Sciences, take a look at what Winthrop University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Winthrop University is located in Rock Hill, SC.
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Studying Online at Winthrop University
Many students take online classes at Winthrop University. Among 4,894 students, 831 (17%) studied exclusively online and 2,728 (56%) took at least some classes online.
Social Sciences Rankings at Winthrop University
These rankings give you a sense of how Winthrop University’s Social Sciences program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | South Carolina | #8 of 17 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | South Carolina | #9 of 17 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #99 of 192 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #126 of 192 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #465 of 930 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #791 of 934 |
Earnings for Social Sciences Graduates from Winthrop University
Graduates of Winthrop University’s 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 | $24,178 |
| 2 years | $24,291 |
| 3 years | $35,891 |
| 4 years | $37,159 |
| 5 years | $40,141 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Social Sciences graduates from Winthrop University earn a median of $37,159, compared with $46,591 for all Winthrop University graduates — about 20% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Social Sciences graduates from Winthrop University stands at $27,000.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Sciences Graduates
Those who complete Social Sciences program at Winthrop University work across a variety of fields. Here are the highest-paying careers for Social Sciences graduates, 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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