Social Sciences, General
Associate's degree · Merritt College · Oakland, CA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,001Median earnings 4 years after
$47,026Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
76Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the associate's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Merritt College earn a median of $50,001. Nationally, associate's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $43,146 four years after graduating (middle half: $26,547–$59,204).
Social Sciences, General (Associate's degree) at other California schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Merced College Merced | $34,168 | — |
| Sierra College Rocklin | $30,103 | — |
| Pasadena City College Pasadena | $29,847 | — |
| Santa Rosa Junior College Santa Rosa | $27,691 | — |
| Butte College Oroville | $26,482 | $7,500 |
| Antelope Valley Community College District Lancaster | $24,052 | $14,000 |
| East Los Angeles College Monterey Park | $22,947 | — |
| Ohlone College Fremont | $22,545 | — |
| Barstow Community College Barstow | $22,398 | — |
| Mt San Jacinto Community College District San Jacinto | $20,084 | — |
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$81,617
Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Merritt College make?
The median salary is $50,001 and $47,026 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.