by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about this program at West Virginia University. Degrees are awarded at the Bachelor’s level, with graduate study also available. At its best it places at #1 out of 8 schools (Bachelor’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual rates West Virginia University among the top schools in the country for social sciences, ranked #396 out of 942 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Social Sciences Schools | 396 of 942 |
| Best Social Sciences Schools in West Virginia | 1 of 8 |
| Best Social Sciences Schools in the Southeast Region | 55 of 193 |
The table below lists every degree level available for social sciences at West Virginia University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 286 |
| Master’s | 39 |
| Doctoral | 14 |
This social sciences area of study at West Virginia University includes the following specific majors. Choose a major for its full rankings, popularity, and outcomes:
| Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Criminology | 147 |
| Political Science and Government | 98 |
| Economics | 28 |
| Geography and Cartography | 22 |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | 22 |
| Sociology | 13 |
| Anthropology | 9 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, West Virginia University handed out 286 bachelor’s degrees in social sciences.
West Virginia University is among the very best schools in the country for social sciences at the bachelor’s level. Its best result was #1 out of 8 schools by College Factual.
Social Sciences majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from West Virginia University report a median salary of $49,831 a year. This is below $61,939, the median for all majors at West Virginia University.
While getting their bachelor’s degree at West Virginia University, social sciences students borrow a median amount of $23,521 in student loans. This is below $23,844, the typical median for all majors at West Virginia University.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $8,976 | $28,608 |
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For the most recent academic year available, 42% of social sciences bachelor’s degrees went to men and 58% went to women.
The largest share of social sciences bachelor’s degree graduates at West Virginia University are White. Approximately 83% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from West Virginia University with a bachelor’s in social sciences.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 17 |
| White | 237 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 23 |
You can also pursue this field at the graduate level at West Virginia University. Annual graduate completions by level are shown below.
| Graduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Master’s Degrees in Social Sciences | 39 |
| Doctoral Degrees in Social Sciences | 14 |
