by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at Elmhurst University. You can study it at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #14 out of 103 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates Elmhurst University among the top schools in the country for social sciences, ranked #151 out of 942 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Social Sciences Schools | 151 of 942 |
| Best Social Sciences Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 14 of 105 |
The table below lists every degree level available for social sciences at Elmhurst University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 33 |
| Master’s | 4 |
The social sciences field at Elmhurst University covers the following majors. Select a major to see its rankings, popularity, salary, and diversity details:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science and Government | 14 |
| Sociology | 8 |
| Economics | 7 |
| Geography and Cartography | 7 |
| Urban Studies/Affairs | 1 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Elmhurst University conferred 33 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
Elmhurst University holds a strong position among schools offering social sciences at the bachelor’s level. Specifically, it ranked #14 out of 103 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Social Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 14 |
| Best Social Sciences Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 143 |
Earning a bachelor’s degree at Elmhurst University, social sciences students borrow a median amount of $24,505 in student loans. This is above $22,400, the typical median for all majors at Elmhurst University.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $39,100 | $42,495 |
| Fees | $460 | $460 |
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In the most recent graduating class, 61% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 39% went to women.
The majority of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at Elmhurst University were White. About 58% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Elmhurst University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 2 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9 |
| White | 19 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Graduate study is also available at Elmhurst University. Here are the graduate award levels offered.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Social Sciences | 4 |