Social Sciences, General

Bachelor's degree · Thomas Edison State University · Trenton, NJ

CIP 45.01

$44,773Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$63,772Median earnings 4 years after
$62,477Median earnings 5 years after
$15,312Median federal debt
88Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Thomas Edison State University earn a median of $44,773 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 $15,312, about 34% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Ramapo College of New Jersey
Mahwah
$43,047$24,050

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Frequently asked questions

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

The median salary is $44,773 one year after graduation and $62,477 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $15,312.

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