Social Sciences, General
Bachelor's degree · Bard College · Annandale-On-Hudson, NY
$23,302Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$48,751Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$23,125Median federal debt
158Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Bard College earn a median of $23,302 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 $23,125, about 99% of first-year earnings.
Social Sciences, General (Bachelor's degree) at other New York schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| New York University New York | $49,016 | $27,000 |
| Manhattan University Riverdale | $41,062 | $26,000 |
| Touro University New York | $40,111 | $28,334 |
| Mercy University Dobbs Ferry | $36,726 | $22,699 |
| St. Joseph's University-New York Brooklyn | $34,488 | $21,375 |
| University at Buffalo Buffalo | $28,844 | $19,000 |
| Dominican University New York Orangeburg | $28,351 | $25,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Bard College make?
The median salary is $23,302 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,125.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.