Social Sciences, General

Master's degree · Troy University · Troy, AL

CIP 45.01

—Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$51,841Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$56,375Median federal debt

28Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Troy University earn a median of $51,841. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,443 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,004–$92,957). Median debt is $56,375, about 109% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

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 $51,841.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $56,375.

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