Best Colleges for Social Sciences, Other

Social Sciences, Other encompasses interdisciplinary programs that blend multiple social science fields, preparing students for careers in research, public service, nonprofit work, and private sector roles. Graduates typically earn around $34,700 annually, though salaries vary significantly based on specialization and career path.

When evaluating programs, students should prioritize schools offering strong research opportunities, experienced faculty with diverse expertise, and clear pathways to internships or fieldwork. Look for curricula that allow customization across different social science disciplines while maintaining academic rigor. Consider the program's connections to local organizations and government agencies, as these partnerships often lead to valuable networking opportunities and job placement support after graduation.

Schools Ranked

$41,729

Avg. Program Earnings

71.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

Top 25 Schools

College rankings
#	School	Median Earnings	Graduation Rate	School Type
1	Northwestern University Evanston, Illinois	$69,338	95.9%	private-nonprofit
2	Williams College Williamstown, Massachusetts	$68,219	96.6%	private-nonprofit
3	University of California-Berkeley Berkeley, California	$61,380	92.9%	public
4	Rutgers University-New Brunswick New Brunswick, New Jersey	$52,107	85.0%	public
5	New York University New York, New York	$49,436	88.5%	private-nonprofit
6	Boston University Boston, Massachusetts	$45,696	90.0%	private-nonprofit
7	University of La Verne La Verne, California	$44,942	65.4%	private-nonprofit
8	Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Indiana, Pennsylvania	$41,937	52.4%	public
9	CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice New York, New York	$39,153	55.5%	public
10	SUNY Old Westbury Old Westbury, New York	$38,505	46.6%	public
11	Loyola University Maryland Baltimore, Maryland	$38,289	80.5%	private-nonprofit
12	University of California-Davis Davis, California	$37,208	85.1%	public
13	Towson University Towson, Maryland	$37,018	67.6%	public
14	Clark University Worcester, Massachusetts	$36,848	77.1%	private-nonprofit
15	University of Washington-Tacoma Campus Tacoma, Washington	$36,560	62.3%	public
16	University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle, Washington	$36,560	83.7%	public
17	Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, Michigan	$36,099	61.8%	public
18	University of California-Riverside Riverside, California	$35,864	76.6%	public
19	Benedictine University Lisle, Illinois	$35,420	51.0%	private-nonprofit
20	Russell Sage College Troy, New York	$35,060	65.7%	private-nonprofit
21	University of Pittsburgh-Bradford Bradford, Pennsylvania	$33,993	43.4%	public
22	University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh Campus Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania	$33,993	84.3%	public
23	St Lawrence University Canton, New York	$33,459	79.7%	private-nonprofit
24	Eastern Oregon University La Grande, Oregon	$33,281	36.6%	public
25	University of Rhode Island Kingston, Rhode Island	$32,854	71.0%	public