Compare 6 Social Sciences, General. programs in Oregon. Average earnings: $40,736.
While school rankings suggest predictable outcomes, Social Sciences, General. tells a different story. Across 6 programs in Oregon, earnings range from $27,476 to $55,393—variation that tracks program quality, not overall school reputation.
University of Oregon's Social Sciences program leads with graduates earning $55,393, well above the state average of $40,736. Western Oregon University follows at $45,230, while Portland State graduates earn $43,084—demonstrating that program-specific factors drive outcomes more than institutional prestige.
Highest program earnings: $55,393
Strong outcomes with 85% acceptance
8.4% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
28.2% family burden | High burden - payment over 25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | University Of OregonPublic | $55,393 | 380 | $20,139 | Good | $44,405 | High |
| #2 | $45,230 | 24 | $20,609 | Manageable | $23,014 | High | |
| #3 | $43,084 | 239 | $20,500 | Manageable | $18,859 | High | |
| #4 | $39,241 | 38 | $20,500 | Manageable | $15,500 | High | |
| #5 | $33,993 | 14 | $20,332 | Challenging | $21,279 | High | |
| #6 | Oregon State UniversityPublic | $27,476 | 13 | $21,221 | High | $28,923 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
