Study Social Sciences in the United States
16 Social Sciences courses at 16 institutions in the United States, with estimated tuition, entry benchmarks and work rights side by side. Every figure below comes from the same dataset our matching engine scores against.
Social Sciences in the United States at a glance
Institutions
16
Courses listed
16
Tuition from
≈ $21,000
Total per year
≈ $66,300
Universities offering Social Sciences in the United States
Ranked by estimated world position. Tuition is the international rate per year; the entry grade is the percentage typically competitive for admission.
| Institution | Rank | Tuition / yr | Min % | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harvard University Cambridge, MA | #4 | ≈ $59,500 | 86% | 7 |
| University of Michigan Ann Arbor, MI | #36 | ≈ $0 | 91% | 7 |
| Northwestern University Evanston, IL | #44 | ≈ $66,000 | 91% | 7 |
| Carnegie Mellon University Pittsburgh, PA | #52 | ≈ $58,000 | 83% | 6.5 |
| Duke University Durham, NC | #58 | ≈ $64,000 | 82% | 7 |
| Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA | #132 | ≈ $0 | 75% | 6.5 |
| University of California, Davis Davis, CA | #171 | ≈ $40,000 | 78% | 6.5 |
| University of Rochester Rochester, NY | #235 | ≈ $71,500 | 68% | 6.5 |
| University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA | #242 | ≈ $53,000 | 69% | 6.5 |
| University of Massachusetts Amherst Amherst, MA | #435 | ≈ $43,000 | 70% | 6 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs, CT | #445 | ≈ $47,500 | 70% | 6 |
| University of California, Riverside Riverside, CA | #460 | ≈ $36,000 | 69% | 6.5 |
| San Diego State University San Diego, CA | #470 | ≈ $21,000 | 68% | 6.5 |
| Syracuse University Syracuse, NY | #475 | ≈ $52,000 | 72% | 6 |
| University of Georgia Athens, GA | #480 | ≈ $28,000 | 69% | 6.5 |
| University at Buffalo SUNY Buffalo, NY | #498 | ≈ $30,000 | 68% | 6 |
What does a Social Sciences degree in the United States cost?
Budget for tuition plus living costs, not tuition alone. Across the 16 Social Sciences courses we list in the United States, tuition runs from $21,000 to $71,500 a year, and a student needs roughly $18,500 a year to live on. That puts a realistic total at about $66,300 a year before travel, visa fees and insurance.
- Tuition range
- $21,000 – $71,500
- Living cost
- ≈ $18,500/yr
Entry requirements for Social Sciences in the United States
Across these courses the typical competitive grade is around 76%, and the usual English requirement is IELTS 6.5. Individual universities set their own thresholds — the table above shows each one.
- Typical entry grade
- 76%
- English requirement
- IELTS 6.5
Study levels available
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study Social Sciences in the United States?
Tuition for the Social Sciences courses we list in the United States runs from $21,000 to $71,500 a year for international students, and living costs add roughly $18,500 a year. Budget around $66,300 a year in total, plus one-off costs for visas, flights and insurance.
What are the entry requirements for Social Sciences in the United States?
Most Social Sciences courses in the United States look for around 76% in your previous qualification and IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. Competitive universities ask for more; the table on this page lists the benchmark for each institution.
Are there scholarships for Social Sciences in the United States?
9 of the 16 Social Sciences courses we list in the United States record scholarship or funding options for international students. Amounts vary widely, so check each institution's own funding page for the current round.
Can I work after studying Social Sciences in the United States?
Graduates in the United States can typically stay and work for 3 year(s) after finishing, and students may work up to 20 hours a week during term. Permanent-residency prospects are rated moderate for this destination.
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