Social Studies Education at Ferris State University
What traits are you looking for in a school for Social Studies Education, take a look at what Ferris State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Ferris State University is located in Big Rapids, MI.
During the most recent reporting year, 17 social studies education degrees were awarded at Ferris State University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Ferris State University
Many students take online classes at Ferris State University. Among 9,959 students, 1,655 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,138 (32%) took at least some classes online.
Social Studies Education Rankings at Ferris State University
Use these rankings to compare Ferris State University’s Social Studies Education program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Michigan | #2 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Michigan | #4 of 5 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 15 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #13 of 51 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #49 of 200 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #59 of 62 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Social Studies Education graduates at Ferris State University, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Social Studies Education graduates at Ferris State University are 47% women (8) and 53% men (9).
Social Studies Education Bachelor’s Program at Ferris State University
Among the 17 bachelor’s social studies education degrees awarded at Ferris State University, 47% were women (8) and 53% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Studies Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Social Studies Education bachelor’s degree recipients at Ferris State University, above the national average of 14%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Top-Paying Careers for Social Studies Education Graduates
Students who finish Social Studies Education program at Ferris State University work across a variety of fields. Below are the top-paying careers for Social Studies Education graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $83,105 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | $77,927 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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