by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how VSU compares to other colleges that offer social sciences.
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VSU holds a strong position among schools offering social sciences. More specifically it was ranked #756 out of 934 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #25 in Virginia.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Virginia State University handed out 45 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at VSU, social sciences students borrow a median amount of $29,064 in student loans. This is above $29,045, the typical median for all majors at VSU.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $5,540 | $17,532 |
| Fees | $4,342 | $5,118 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 16% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 84% went to women.
The largest share of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at VSU were Black or African American. About 89% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Virginia State University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 40 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the social sciences majors at Virginia State University.
The social sciences program at VSU offers the following related majors:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 24 |
| Sociology | 21 |