Social Sciences at Palm Beach Atlantic University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Florida
Social Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Atlantic University | $34,209* | — | $26,975* | — |
| University of West Florida | $37,501* | $38,598 | $22,916* | 0.61 |
| University of South Florida | $34,427* | $42,070 | $24,095* | 0.70 |
| University of Central Florida | $34,209* | — | $26,800* | 0.78 |
| Florida State University | $33,235* | $47,057 | $23,375* | 0.70 |
| Jacksonville University | $31,204* | — | $31,000* | 0.99 |
| National Median | $37,459* | — | $25,500* | 0.68 |
Other Social Sciences Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of West Florida Pensacola | $6,360 | $37,501 | $22,916 |
| University of South Florida Tampa | $6,410 | $34,427 | $24,095 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $6,368 | $34,209 | $26,800 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $5,656 | $33,235 | $23,375 |
| Jacksonville University Jacksonville | $46,180 | $31,204 | $31,000 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Palm Beach Atlantic University, approximately 25% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 5 similar programs in FL. Actual outcomes may vary.