Social Sciences at Capella University
Minneapolis, MN · Master's Degree
Capella University graduates in social sciences earn 21% less than the national median for the same major four years after graduating. Their median federal debt equals about 95% of one year’s pay at that point.
How Capella University Compares for Social Sciences
All 9 colleges reporting social sciences earnings at this degree level, ranked by median pay four years after graduation. “Wage-adjusted” divides pay by the square root of the state’s wage index so colleges in low-wage states aren’t penalized for local pay.
| # | College | 4 yrs after | Wage-adjusted | Adj. rank | 1 yr after |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Columbia University in the City of New York New York, NY | $87,609 | $83,386 | #1 | $72,024 |
| 2 | University of California-Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | $82,105 | $74,710 | #2 | $64,823 |
| 3 | CUNY Graduate School and University Center New York, NY | $74,962 | $71,348 | #3 | $67,094 |
| 4 | Coppin State University Baltimore, MD | $72,178 | $63,345 | #6 | $54,676 |
| 5 | Empire State University Saratoga Springs, NY | $71,200 | $67,768 | #5 | — |
| 6 | Columbus State University Columbus, GA | $67,595 | $69,975 | #4 | $45,943 |
| 7 | Azusa Pacific University Azusa, CA | $63,771 | $58,027 | #7 | $46,937 |
| 8 | Clark University Worcester, MA | $62,304 | $54,865 | #8 | $48,671 |
| 9 | Capella University Minneapolis, MN | $50,531 | $48,268 | #9 | $41,543 |
Other Social Sciences Credentials at Capella University
| Credential | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Doctoral Degree | $66,133 | $73,080 | $139,251 |
Other Majors at Capella University by Graduate Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do Capella University social sciences graduates make?
Graduates earn a median $41,543 one year after graduating and $50,531 four years after graduating. Figures are from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
How does Capella University rank for social sciences?
Among 9 colleges reporting earnings for social sciences graduates, Capella University ranks #9 by median pay four years after graduation, and #9 after adjusting for state wage levels.
Is social sciences at Capella University worth it?
Its graduates earn 21% less than the national median for social sciences ($64,286), and the median federal debt at graduation is $48,012.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are medians for graduates who received federal aid and were working and not enrolled; programs with few graduates are not reported. Wage adjustment uses Census ACS state median household income.