Social Sciences, General

Bachelor's degree · University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Seattle, WA

CIP 45.01

$57,538Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$75,301Median earnings 4 years after
$82,655Median earnings 5 years after
$18,268Median federal debt
73Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Social Sciences, General at University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $57,538 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 $18,268, about 32% 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
Washington State University
Pullman
$43,069$21,551
Central Washington University
Ellensburg
$42,332$18,584

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Social Sciences, General graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus make?

The median salary is $57,538 one year after graduation and $82,655 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,268.

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