Cheapest Social Sciences Colleges in Indiana

Indiana University-Southeast offers social sciences students the state's lowest net price at just $8,257 annually, creating an $35,000 gap between the cheapest and most expensive programs. This dramatic cost spread reflects Indiana's mix of accessible public universities and smaller private colleges serving different student populations. Ball State University graduates earn $42,044 annually, positioning social sciences majors well for Indiana's growing healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors where companies like Eli Lilly value analytical and research skills. The state's 21st Century Scholars program further reduces costs for qualifying students, making social sciences education more accessible across economic backgrounds.

Programs

$8,257 – $43,465

Net Price Range

$42,044

Avg. Program Earnings

51.8%

Avg. Graduation Rate

10 Social Sciences, General Programs

Program rankings
#	School	Net Price	In-State Tuition	Graduation Rate	Acceptance Rate
1	Indiana University-Southeast New Albany, Indiana	$8,257	$8,179	33.4%	85.2%
2	Oakland City University Oakland City, Indiana	$12,820	$27,150	70.0%	55.7%
3	Martin University Indianapolis, Indiana	$13,879	$12,830	33.3%
4	Ball State University Muncie, Indiana	$15,898	$10,758	63.3%	69.0%
5	Manchester University North Manchester, Indiana	$19,268	$37,090	44.8%	66.4%
6	Bethel University Mishawaka, Indiana	$19,726	$33,320	57.2%	99.5%
7	Calumet College of Saint Joseph Whiting, Indiana	$20,739	$22,650	29.9%
8	Valparaiso University Valparaiso, Indiana	$21,583	$46,588	67.0%	94.2%
9	Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion Marion, Indiana	$23,069	$31,168	66.3%	86.7%
10	Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Saint Mary of the Woods, Indiana	$43,465	$33,490	52.3%	78.2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What accounts for the huge price difference between Indiana's cheapest and most expensive social sciences programs?

Indiana University-Southeast costs $8,257 while Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College costs $43,465, creating a $35,208 gap. This reflects the difference between public universities serving regional populations and private colleges offering smaller class sizes and specialized support services.

How do graduation rates vary among Indiana's most affordable social sciences programs?

Graduation rates range from 29.9% at Calumet College of Saint Joseph to 70% at Oakland City University. Ball State University achieves a solid 63.3% graduation rate while maintaining relatively low costs at $15,898 net price.

Where do social sciences graduates find employment in Indiana's job market?

Ball State graduates earn $42,044 annually, often finding roles in Indiana's healthcare systems like Indiana University Health or pharmaceutical companies like Eli Lilly. The state's manufacturing sector also values social sciences graduates for human resources and organizational development positions.

Does Indiana's 21st Century Scholars program help with social sciences degree costs?

The program covers full tuition for qualifying students, making even private options like Manchester University more affordable. This can reduce net costs significantly beyond the listed prices, particularly at public institutions like Ball State.

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Net price reflects the average cost after grants and scholarships for first-time, full-time students. See our methodology for details.