Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other Florida colleges that offer social science degrees.

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Florida Southern College

Also known as Florida Southern

6421 SW 13th St, Gainesville, FL

Florida Southern College provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Lakeland, Florida and operated as a private institution. The school's United Methodist affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled per year at Florida Southern College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences

Students applying for admission are asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions staff. The majority of students admitted to Florida Southern achieve an SAT score in a range of 1460 to 1750, or an ACT composite score within the range of 22 to 27. 65% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 26% choose to attend. More information regarding admissions can be found at flsouthern.edu.

The cost of tuition is approximately $29,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's net price calculator to identify their cost of attendance. School housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is around $5,500. Some students at Florida Southern College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for Florida Southern is the "Moccasins", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through the oversight and organization of the NCAA. Athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, tuition information, programs offered, and more can be viewed on school's website at http://www.flsouthern.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).