Social Sciences at Andrews University

A Social Sciences bachelor's from Andrews University comes with estimated costs and earnings that land right at the national median—$26,975 in debt against first-year earnings around $37,459—but Michigan programs typically do better. The state median for this degree sits at $44,712, with schools like Michigan State and Grand Valley State reporting outcomes in the $43,000-$46,000 range. These estimates, drawn from similar programs nationally, suggest Andrews graduates may earn roughly $7,000 less annually than peers at other Michigan institutions.

The 0.72 debt-to-earnings ratio looks manageable on paper, but that calculation assumes the national earnings estimate holds true for Andrews specifically. Without reported outcomes for this program, there's uncertainty about whether graduates actually reach that $37,459 figure—or whether they track closer to the stronger Michigan averages. The debt estimate, also derived from peer institutions, represents about nine months of projected first-year salary, which is serviceable if the earnings materialize.

For parents weighing this investment, the key question is whether Andrews offers distinct advantages—like specific faculty connections, research opportunities, or graduate school placement—that would justify choosing it over Michigan programs with documented stronger earnings. The estimates suggest typical outcomes, but without this school's actual data, you're banking on Andrews performing at least as well as the national average in a state where most programs do noticeably better.