Social Sciences
Career facts
The social sciences, in general, are concerned with the behavior of people under varying circumstances. 聽For example, history examines the behavior of societies through time, geography studies behavior in space, and psychology considers individual behavior. 聽
Education
In addition to the general education requirements, an AA in Social Sciences focuses on courses in Psychology and Sociology with electives in Native American Culture, Human Sexuality, Marriage/Family, Ethics, Economics, and Political Issues. 聽
Careers
Business
Counselor
Social Services
Teacher
Researcher
Who is a good fit?
Students who have good observation skills will enjoy studying human behavior and trends. 聽Strong observation skills are necessary to predict trends and see developing patterns. 聽Communication and interpersonal skills are required for this major as well as reading and interpreting tables, charts, and graphs.聽
2016-2025 OK labor market projections
Social Studies Teacher 鈥 Bachelor鈥檚 Degree
Median Salary - .35/hr.
Growth 鈥 9%
10 year change in jobs 鈥 399
Lawyers - Doctoral or Professional Degree
Median Salary - .97/hr
Growth - 10%
10 year change in jobs - 999