Social Sciences, General

Bachelor's degree · Troy University · Troy, AL

CIP 45.01

$36,547Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$57,620Median earnings 4 years after

$52,917Median earnings 5 years after

$26,000Median federal debt

36Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Troy University earn a median of $36,547 one year after completing the program. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $53,366 four years after graduating (middle half: $36,590–$72,257). Median debt is $26,000, about 71% of first-year earnings.

Other programs at Troy University

Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingMaster's degree$98,805
Science, Technology and SocietyBachelor's degree$85,672
International Relations and National Security StudiesMaster's degree$79,581
Educational Administration and SupervisionMaster's degree$73,443
Business Administration, Management and OperationsMaster's degree$66,766
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingBachelor's degree$66,344
Accounting and Related ServicesMaster's degree$65,933
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical NursingAssociate's degree$61,890
Computer and Information Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree$58,407
Human Resources Management and ServicesMaster's degree$55,598
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsMaster's degree$54,678
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/FitnessMaster's degree$53,872
Public AdministrationMaster's degree$51,555
Communication and Media StudiesMaster's degree$48,564
Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree$46,279
Social WorkMaster's degree$45,477
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's degree$45,260
Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's degree$45,195
Criminal Justice and CorrectionsMaster's degree$45,122
Accounting and Related ServicesBachelor's degree$44,005

Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Troy University make?

The median salary is $36,547 one year after graduation and $52,917 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.