by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. See how VWU stacks up against peers offering social sciences.
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For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Virginia Wesleyan University awarded 22 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
Social Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from VWU report a median salary of $43,477 a year. This is lower than $46,063, the median for all majors at VWU.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $36,010 | $36,550 |
| Fees | $950 | $950 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 36% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 64% went to women.
The largest share of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at VWU are White. About 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Virginia Wesleyan University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 5 |
| Other Races | 3 |
Here are the demographics of the social sciences majors at Virginia Wesleyan University.
The social sciences program at VWU includes the following concentrations:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 12 |
| International Relations & Security | 6 |
| General Social Sciences | 3 |
| Sociology | 1 |