Compare 7 Social Sciences, General. programs in Pennsylvania. Average earnings: $40,882.
The highest-earning Social Sciences, General program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $18K earnings gap across 7 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Commonwealth University Of Pennsylvania's Social Sciences, General program leads with graduates earning $47,548. The average across all programs is $40,882, yet this public institution outperforms more recognizable names while maintaining a 94.8% admission rate—proof that accessibility and outcomes can coexist.
Highest program earnings: $47,548
Strong outcomes with 94.8% acceptance
13.6% payment burden | Manageable
30.8% family burden | High burden
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | $47,548 | 15 | $26,000 | Manageable | $26,233 | High | |
| #2 | $46,334 | 14 | $23,507 | Manageable | $29,193 | High | |
| #3 | $44,311 | 12 | $24,250 | Manageable | $35,031 | High | |
| #4 | $41,937 | 10 | $26,798 | Challenging | $26,073 | High | |
| #5 | Keystone CollegePrivate | $40,622 | 13 | $26,000 | Challenging | $25,158 | High |
| #6 | $40,584 | 38 | $25,000 | Challenging | $38,368 | High | |
| #7 | $29,701 | 45 | $23,725 | High | $17,794 | 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 →
