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 ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Portland State University ranks among other schools offering degrees in social sciences.
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Portland State University was ranked #20 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for social sciences majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #2 in Oregon.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Portland State University handed out 256 bachelor's degrees in general social sciences. This is an increase of 7% over the previous year when 239 degrees were handed out.
Social Sciences majors who earn their bachelor's degree from Portland State University go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $31,905 a year. This is less than $32,131, which is the national median of all social sciences majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Portland State University, social sciences students borrow a median amount of $31,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $26,499 for all social sciences majors across the country.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the social sciences majors at Portland State University.
Of the 256 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in social sciences from Portland State University in 2021, 32% were men and 68% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 61% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Portland State University with a bachelor's in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 9 |
| Black or African American | 22 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 42 |
| White | 155 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 28 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 99 |
| Economics | 80 |
| Sociology | 72 |
| Geography & Cartography | 50 |
| Anthropology | 38 |
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