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The educational attainment of social scientists is among the highest of all occupations, with most positions requiring a master's or Ph.D. degree. Some entry-level positions are available to those with a bachelor's degree. All social scientists need good analytical skills.

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Related College Majors

Geography. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $10,358.00 per year

Geography, Other. - More About This Major

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Average Tuition (excluding room and board) for Schools with this major: $8,192.00 per year

General Qualifications

Social scientists need excellent written and oral communication skills to report research findings and to collaborate on research. The ability to think logically and methodically also is essential...

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Knowledge

  • Geography
  • English Language
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Sociology and Anthropology
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Most Common Education Levels

The level of education attained by people currently working in this career.

Most Common Education

Schools with the Highest Enrollment for Featured Major

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School
Number of Students
Arizona State University
76,438
Austin Community College District
70,326
University of Minnesota-Twin C...
65,213
Ohio State University-Main Campus
63,184
University of Florida
58,626
American River College
55,644
The University of Texas at Austin
54,264
Salt Lake Community College
52,459
Florida International University
51,792
Texas A & M University-College...
51,437
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