Social Sciences, General

Bachelor's degree · Central Washington University · Ellensburg, WA

CIP 45.01

$42,332Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$58,680Median earnings 4 years after
$60,508Median earnings 5 years after
$18,584Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at Central Washington University earn a median of $42,332 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 $18,584, about 44% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

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

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
University of Washington-Seattle Campus
Seattle
$57,538$18,268
Washington State University
Pullman
$43,069$21,551

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from Central Washington University make?

The median salary is $42,332 one year after graduation and $60,508 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,584.

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