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Behavioral Sciences in Massachusetts

Behavioral Sciences Schools in Massachusetts

In 2022-2023, 83 students earned their Behavioral Sciences degrees in MA.

As a degree choice, Behavioral Sciences is the 312th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Behavioral Sciences Majors in Massachusetts

Behavioral Sciences majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Post-Master’s Certificate 83
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 83

Gender Distribution

In Massachusetts, a behavioral sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of behavioral sciences majors in Massachusetts is as follows:

  • Asian: 6.0%
  • Black or African American: 6.0%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.8%
  • White: 48.2%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 20.5%
  • Other Races: 14.5%
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Jobs for Behavioral Sciences Grads in Massachusetts

2,750 people in the state and 154,030 in the nation are employed in jobs related to behavioral sciences.

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Wages for Behavioral Sciences Jobs in Massachusetts

A typical salary for a behavioral sciences grad in the state is $80,210, compared to a typical salary of $85,750 nationwide.

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There are 2 colleges in Massachusetts that offer behavioral sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 2 below:

#1

Harvard University

Cambridge
30 Degrees in Major Awarded
98% Graduation Rate
30,391 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.15 years. 72% of students get financical aid. The student to faculty ratio is 7 to 1.

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#2

Fitchburg State University

Fitchburg
18 Degrees in Major Awarded
58% Graduation Rate
6,728 Total Students

Of all the teachers who work at the school, 54% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $16,266. Most students complete their degree in 4.37 years.

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Behavioral Sciences Careers in MA

Some of the careers behavioral sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MA Job Growth MA Median Salary
Community and Social Service Specialists 10% $43,140
Social Scientists 9% $80,030

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