Social Sciences at University of Massachusetts Global
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in California
Social Sciences bachelors's programs at peer institutions in California (31 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Massachusetts Global | — | $53,741 | — | — |
| Ashford University | $45,588 | $40,271 | $41,281 | 0.91 |
| California State University-Stanislaus | $39,149 | $45,978 | $15,446 | 0.39 |
| California State University-Sacramento | $39,061 | $49,984 | $16,194 | 0.41 |
| California State University-San Marcos | $37,446 | $43,710 | $18,719 | 0.50 |
| California State University-Chico | $36,382 | $42,136 | $16,500 | 0.45 |
| National Median | $37,459 | — | $25,500 | 0.68 |
Other Social Sciences Programs in California
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across California schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford University San Diego | $13,160 | $45,588 | $41,281 |
| California State University-Stanislaus Turlock | $7,826 | $39,149 | $15,446 |
| California State University-Sacramento Sacramento | $7,602 | $39,061 | $16,194 |
| California State University-San Marcos San Marcos | $7,739 | $37,446 | $18,719 |
| California State University-Chico Chico | $8,064 | $36,382 | $16,500 |
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 University of Massachusetts Global, approximately 23% 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.