by our College Data Analytics TeamWe’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. See how Westfield State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in social sciences.
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Westfield State University holds a strong position among schools offering social sciences. Specifically, it ranked #809 out of 934 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #35 in Massachusetts.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Westfield State University handed out 32 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
Social Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from Westfield State University earn a median of $52,266 a year. This is higher than $52,209, the median for all majors at Westfield State University.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Westfield State University, social sciences graduates take on a median debt of $24,892 in student loans. This is lower than $25,858, the typical median for all majors at Westfield State University.
Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $970 | $7,050 |
| Fees | $11,209 | $11,209 |
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Among recent graduates, 53% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 47% went to women.
The largest share of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Westfield State University are White. About 53% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Westfield State University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 17 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 11 |
Review the following statistics on the composition of the social sciences majors at Westfield State University.
This social sciences program at Westfield State University includes the following concentrations:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 14 |
| Economics | 11 |
| Sociology | 6 |
| General Social Sciences | 1 |