Social Sciences, General

Master's degree · Ohio University-Main Campus · Athens, OH

CIP 45.01

$52,274Median earnings 1 year after graduating

$52,250Median earnings 4 years after

—Median earnings 5 years after

$29,459Median federal debt

15Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Ohio University-Main Campus earn a median of $52,274 one year after completing the program. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $65,443 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,004–$92,957). Median debt is $29,459, about 56% of first-year earnings.

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Ohio University-Main Campus make?

The median salary is $52,274 one year after graduation.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $29,459.

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