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Social Sciences Schools in Kentucky

In 2020-2021, 1,379 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in KY.

As a degree choice, Social Sciences is the 10th most popular major in the state.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in Kentucky

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 1,194
Master’s Degree 96
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 35
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 35
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 35
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 34
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 34
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 34
Post-Master’s Certificate 20
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 20

Gender Distribution

In Kentucky, a social sciences major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of social sciences majors in Kentucky is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 9.2%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 4.2%
  • White: 73.7%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 4.4%
  • Other Races: 6.9%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in Kentucky

21,710 people in the state and 2,427,650 in the nation are employed in jobs related to social sciences.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in Kentucky

In this state, social sciences grads earn an average of $70,060. Nationwide, they make an average of $85,750.

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There are 10 colleges in Kentucky that offer social sciences degrees. Learn about the most popular 10 below:

336 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
29,986 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1. It takes the average student 4.37 years to graduate. This public school has an average net price of $18,203.

295 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
17,517 Total Students

Grads earn an average early-career salary of $33,301 after earning their degree at this institution. The student loan default rate of 6.90% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1.

181 Degrees in Major Awarded
57% Graduation Rate
22,211 Total Students

The student to faculty ratio is 19 to 1. It takes the average student 4.43 years to graduate. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 98% of students receive it.

#4

Centre College

Danville
106 Degrees in Major Awarded
81% Graduation Rate
1,333 Total Students

In their early career, Centre College of Kentucky grads earn an average salary of $44,830. 93% of the teachers are full time. This private institution charges an average net price of $21,426.

#5

Northern Kentucky University

Highland Heights
80 Degrees in Major Awarded
44% Graduation Rate
16,211 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The average student takes 4.56 years to complete their degree at NKU. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 97% are considered full time.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
51% Graduation Rate
14,465 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. It takes the average student 4.49 years to graduate. The student loan default rate of 7.50% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

49 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
9,304 Total Students

Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. The student loan default rate is 8.20% which is lower than average. The full-time teacher rate is 75%.

#8

Bellarmine University

Louisville
36 Degrees in Major Awarded
67% Graduation Rate
3,293 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.16 years. The 3.20% student loan default rate is lower than average. 13 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

35 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
9,449 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 99% get financial aid. Most students complete their degree in 4.53 years.

32 Degrees in Major Awarded
75% Graduation Rate
963 Total Students

10 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio. The full-time teacher rate is 75%. Grads earn an average early-career salary of $35,470 after earning their degree at this institution.

Social Sciences Careers in KY

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title KY Job Growth KY Median Salary
Statisticians 44% $79,970
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 21% $53,640
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists 18% $69,540
Economists 14% $0
Urban and Regional Planners 13% $48,720
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 10% $73,440
Managers 9% $89,310
Sociology Professors 7% $61,160
Economics Professors 7% $77,070
Political Science Professors 6% $77,240
High School Teachers 6% $55,690
Social Scientists 5% $71,410
Anthropologists and Archeologists 0% $51,130
Survey Researchers 0% $58,640
Social Science Research Assistants 0% $46,160
Geography Professors 0% $61,800

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to social sciences.

Major Annual Graduates in KY
Education 5,329
Psychology 2,326
Communication & Journalism 1,560
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 414
History 366
Library Science 127
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 93

View all majors related to Social Sciences

View Nationwide Social Sciences Report

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