Social Studies Education at University of Kentucky
If you are interested in studying Social Studies Education, take a look at what University of Kentucky. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Kentucky is located in Lexington, KY.
During the most recent reporting year, 15 social studies education degrees were granted at University of Kentucky.
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Studying Online at University of Kentucky
Distance learning is available at University of Kentucky. Among 34,709 students, 5,063 (15%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 13,126 (38%) took at least some classes online.
Social Studies Education Rankings at University of Kentucky
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Kentucky’s Social Studies Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Kentucky | #1 of 1 |
| Best Value | Kentucky | #2 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #4 of 6 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #17 of 32 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #41 of 62 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #74 of 200 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Social Studies Education graduates at University of Kentucky, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Social Studies Education graduates at University of Kentucky are 20% women (3) and 80% men (12).
Social Studies Education Bachelor’s Program at University of Kentucky
Of the 15 bachelor’s social studies education degrees awarded at University of Kentucky, 20% were women (3) and 80% were men (12).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Social Studies Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
Minority students account for 13% of Social Studies Education bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Kentucky, below 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 University of Kentucky pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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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