Social Sciences, General

Bachelor's degree · Michigan State University · East Lansing, MI

CIP 45.01

$46,206Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,797Median earnings 4 years after
$57,882Median earnings 5 years after
$28,090Median federal debt
84Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Michigan State University earn a median of $46,206 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 $28,090, about 61% of first-year earnings.

Social Sciences, General (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Grand Valley State University
Allendale
$43,217$26,932

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $46,206 one year after graduation and $57,882 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $28,090.

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