Best colleges for Social Sciences in Texas
Ranked by graduate earnings
West Texas A & M University, University of North Texas and The University of Texas at Dallas award the most Social Sciences degrees in Texas: 60, 32 and 21 graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25). 13 Texas colleges offer Social Sciences and award 212 degrees and certificates a year in all.
The Social Sciences program, also known as Social Sciences, General, focuses on the study of human behavior in its social and cultural contexts. This program is designed for students interested in exploring the complexities of society,…
Top 3 bachelor's programs, ranked by graduate earnings
Ranked by median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard. Programs with fewer than 20 graduates a year, a graduation rate under 30%, or online, degree-completion or graduate-only status rank after the rest.
| # | Institution | Starting salary (1 yr) | Graduates / yr | Grad rate | Net price | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | University of North Texas Denton Public · Bachelor's degree | $34,679 | 32 | 61% | — | $22,625 |
| 2 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $47,248 | 9 | 51% | — | $20,238 |
| 3 | University of Houston-Downtown Houston Public · Bachelor's degree Small program | $45,687 | 16 | 33% | — | $20,429 |
Colleges awarding the most Social Sciences degrees in Texas
Top 10 by graduates a year (IPEDS 2024–25 completions). Certificate and associate programs, online, degree-completion and graduate-only schools, and schools with a graduation rate under 30% are listed in full below.
| # | Institution | Graduates / yr | Starting salary (1 yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Texas A & M University Canyon Public | 60 | Not reported |
| 2 | University of North Texas Denton Public | 32 | $34,679 |
| 3 | The University of Texas at Dallas Richardson Public | 21 | Not reported |
| 4 | University of Houston-Downtown Houston Public | 16 | $45,687 |
| 5 | Amarillo College Amarillo Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 6 | The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Edinburg Public | 9 | $47,248 |
| 7 | The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler Public | 9 | Not reported |
| 8 | Sul Ross State University Alpine Public | 6 | Not reported |
| 9 | Texarkana College Texarkana Public | 3 | Not reported |
| 10 | Western Texas College Snyder Public | 1 | Not reported |
ShowHide the other 3 Texas colleges offering Social Sciences
| Institution | City | Control | Graduates / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Texas College | Killeen | Public | 24 |
| South Texas College | McAllen | Public | 14 |
| Blinn College District | Brenham | Public | 8 |
Career outlook
What this program leads to: Social Science Research Assistants (SOC 19-4061).
Top skills
What Social Science Research Assistants earn in Texas
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Common questions
Answers for students comparing Social Sciences programs in Texas.
Which Texas colleges award the most Social Sciences degrees?+
West Texas A & M University (60 graduates a year), University of North Texas (32 graduates a year) and The University of Texas at Dallas (21 graduates a year) award the most Social Sciences degrees in Texas, per IPEDS 2024–25 completions. In all, 13 Texas colleges offer Social Sciences.
Which Social Sciences program in Texas has the highest-earning graduates?+
By median earnings one year after graduation (often called starting salary), College Scorecard, University of North Texas tops the list at $34,679. Compare it against graduates a year, graduation rate, cost, and debt in the ranked table above.
How much do Social Science Research Assistants earn in Texas?+
The average annual wage for Social Science Research Assistants in Texas is $65,950 (median $58,070), across about 1,180 jobs. Source: BLS OEWS, May 2025.
What is the focus of the Social Sciences program?+
The Social Sciences program, also known as Social Sciences, General, focuses on the study of human behavior in its social and cultural contexts. This program is designed for students interested in exploring the complexities of society,…
What skills will I develop in this program?+
You will develop reading comprehension, active listening, writing, critical thinking, and related professional skills.
What is the job outlook for Social Science Research Assistants?+
The national job outlook is about +4.4% growth with around 5,200 annual openings (BLS Employment Projections 2024–2034).
What is the typical education requirement?+
A Bachelor's degree is the typical entry-level education for this field (BLS).
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