Social Sciences, Other

Master's degree · Columbia University in the City of New York · New York, NY

CIP 45.99

$72,024Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$87,609Median earnings 4 years after
$85,657Median earnings 5 years after
$73,259Median federal debt
37Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Sciences, Other at Columbia University in the City of New York earn a median of $72,024 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $64,286 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,397–$83,507). Median debt is $73,259, about 102% of first-year earnings – more than a full year of pay.

Social Sciences, Other (Master's degree) at other New York schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
CUNY Graduate School and University Center
New York
$67,094—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, Other graduates from Columbia University in the City of New York make?

The median salary is $72,024 one year after graduation and $85,657 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $73,259.

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