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Social Sciences Schools in Michigan

In 2020-2021, 4,298 students earned their Social Sciences degrees in MI.

In terms of popularity, Social Sciences is the 9th most popular major in the state out of a total 38 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Social Sciences Majors in Michigan

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

Education Level Number of Grads
Bachelor’s Degree 3,733
Master’s Degree 312
Doctor’s Degree (Other) 110
Doctor’s Degree (Professional Practice) 110
Doctor’s Degree (Research / Scholarship) 110
Award Taking 12 Weeks to 1 Year 74
Award Taking Less Than 1 Year 74
Award Taking Less 12 Weeks 74
Associate Degree 39
Postbaccalaureate Certificate 19
Post-Master’s Certificate 19
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 11
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 11

Gender Distribution

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

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Racial Distribution

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

  • Asian: 5.2%
  • Black or African American: 8.3%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 6.2%
  • White: 60.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 11.2%
  • Other Races: 8.7%
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Jobs for Social Sciences Grads in Michigan

There are 55,010 people in the state and 2,427,650 people in the nation working in social sciences jobs.

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Wages for Social Sciences Jobs in Michigan

Social Sciences grads earn an average of $80,920 in the state and $85,750 nationwide.

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

1,247 Degrees in Major Awarded
92% Graduation Rate
47,907 Total Students

The average student takes 4.16 years to complete their degree at U-M. The student loan default rate of 1.30% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $62,027 a year.

965 Degrees in Major Awarded
80% Graduation Rate
49,695 Total Students

Students who attend this public school pay an average net price of $19,058. Roughly six years after entering college, graduates of this school earn $50,137 a year. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 88% are considered full time.

235 Degrees in Major Awarded
45% Graduation Rate
16,294 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.74 years. In their early career, Eastern Michigan grads earn an average salary of $39,128. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 99% are considered full time.

217 Degrees in Major Awarded
47% Graduation Rate
26,241 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.73 years. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 60% are considered full time. This public college charges it's students an average net price of $13,962.

#5

Central Michigan University

Mount Pleasant
213 Degrees in Major Awarded
62% Graduation Rate
17,311 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $16,007. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The student loan default rate of 4.80% is a good sign that graduates can afford their loan payments.

202 Degrees in Major Awarded
66% Graduation Rate
23,350 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $17,356. It takes the average student 4.51 years to graduate. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 73% are considered full time.

173 Degrees in Major Awarded
53% Graduation Rate
19,887 Total Students

The average student takes 4.64 years to complete their degree at WMU. The student to faculty ratio is 18 to 1. The 5.60% student loan default rate is lower than average.

135 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
8,783 Total Students

In their early career, UM Dearborn grads earn an average salary of $46,193. The 3.70% student loan default rate is lower than average. A typical student attending UM Dearborn will pay a net price of $12,855.

#9

Oakland University

Rochester Hills
123 Degrees in Major Awarded
55% Graduation Rate
18,552 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1. Of all the students who attend this school, 93% get financial aid. A typical student attending Oakland will pay a net price of $13,449.

#10

Hillsdale College

Hillsdale
89 Degrees in Major Awarded
87% Graduation Rate
1,543 Total Students

100% of the teachers are full time. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 9 to 1. 98% of students are awarded financial aid at this school.

Social Sciences Careers in MI

Some of the careers social sciences majors go into include:

Job Title MI Job Growth MI Median Salary
Statisticians 33% $78,300
Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists 24% $61,280
Cartographers and Photogrammetrists 18% $59,230
Political Science Professors 13% $90,930
Urban and Regional Planners 12% $66,700
Anthropology and Archeology Professors 11% $78,120
Social Sciences Professors 11% $75,000
Economics Professors 9% $103,650
Sociology Professors 8% $81,000
Economists 8% $80,990
Survey Researchers 8% $55,840
Managers 7% $95,390
Geography Professors 6% $80,080
High School Teachers 6% $62,040
Social Scientists 4% $72,620
Social Science Research Assistants 3% $38,160
Sociologists 0% $77,170

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

Major Annual Graduates in MI
Education 5,939
Psychology 4,292
Communication & Journalism 3,555
Family, Consumer & Human Sciences 962
History 614
Ethnic, Culture & Gender Studies 320
Library Science 172

View all majors related to Social Sciences

View Nationwide Social Sciences Report

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