Here is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Canisius stacks up against peers offering social sciences.
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Canisius holds a strong position among schools offering social sciences. In particular, it placed #640 out of 934 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #66 in New York.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Canisius University awarded 30 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
Social Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Canisius earn a median of $56,807 a year. This is higher than $51,722, the median for all majors at Canisius.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Canisius, social sciences graduates take on a median debt of $24,758 in student loans. This is higher than $24,673, the typical median for all majors at Canisius.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $29,300 | $32,200 |
| Fees | $2,000 | $2,000 |
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Among recent graduates, 60% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 40% went to women.
The majority of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Canisius are White. Approximately 70% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Canisius University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 21 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 3 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social sciences majors at Canisius University.
The social sciences program at Canisius offers the following related majors:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 17 |
| Political Science & Government | 10 |
| Sociology | 3 |