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Online Humanities & Social Science Degree Programs

Humanities and social sciences degree programs encompass many fields of study, and can be obtained at undergraduate and graduate degree levels. Time periods for each level are approximate and can vary according to a student's focus. The discipline of humanities involves an analytical study of the human experience; social science studies are focused on the socialization of both individuals and groups. Read more about online humanities and social science degree programs.

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	Ashford University Request more info on these programs
Bachelors BA/Communication Studies BA/Organizational Management - English and Language Arts BA/Organizational Management - Foreign Language Studies BA/Organizational Management - History BA/Organizational Management - Political Science BA/Organizational Management - Public Administration BA/Organizational Management - Sociology BA/Organizational Management - Visual Communications BA/Social Science - Anthropology BA/Social Science - Applied Behavioral Science BA/Social Science - Communications BA/Social Science - English/Language Arts BA/Social Science - Geography BA/Social Science - History BA/Social Science - No Concentration BA/Social Science - Political Science BA/Social Science - Sociology BA/Sociology Masters MA/Organizational Management - Public Administration MBA/Public Administration

	Grand Canyon University Request more info on these programs
Bachelors BA in Christian Studies BA in Communications BA in English Literature BA in History BA in Interdisciplinary Studies BS in Sociology

	Keiser University Request more info on these programs
Bachelors Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies

	Tiffin University Request more info on these programs
Masters Master of Humanities

	Walden University Request more info on these programs
Masters M.S. in Nonprofit Management and Leadership Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - General Program Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Health Policy Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Homeland Security Policy Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Interdisciplinary Policy Studies Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Local Government Management for Sustainable Communities Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Nonprofit Management and Leadership Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) - Policy Analysis Doctorate Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - International Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs) Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Knowledge Management Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Nonprofit Management and Leadership Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Management and Leadership Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration - Public Policy

	DeVry University Request more info on these programs
Bachelors Bachelor's in Business Administration - Technical Communication

Some Stats

The U.S. Department of Education reports that a total of 256,151 bachelor degrees in humanities and 242,506 bachelor degrees in social sciences were conferred during the 2004-2005 academic year. On the master level, 42,207 humanities degrees and 35,782 social sciences degrees were awarded. Doctorate degrees were conferred to 6,806 people for humanities and 8,925 people for social sciences. (1)

Employment Outlook

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, employment rates in these fields have increased by more than 16% from 1975 until 2001. (2) The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that 18,000 people obtained careers in social sciences during the year 2004, and jobs in this field are expected to be competitive through 2014. (3)

Specialties

Those who earn a degree in humanities or social sciences are able to specialize in a variety of concentrations. Studies in humanities can be directed toward the areas of philosophy, performing arts, religion, history, and literature. Those who are interested in a social sciences program can pursue studies in psychology, political science, anthropology, economics, sociology, or history. Click here to see which schools offer accredited humanities and social sciences degree programs.

What To Expect:

Humanities and social sciences students focus on the discipline of Liberal Arts. Coursework will vary depending on one's major. Because Liberal Arts students are normally required to take core classes, those who are working toward a humanities or social sciences degree will also enroll in courses such as English, math, and science.

The End Result

A degree in humanities and social sciences is suitable for a large variety of careers. Just a few are listed here:

Anthropologist
Family Therapist
Health Care Administrator
Historian
Mental Health Counselor
Public Relations Specialist
School Psychologist
Social Worker
Sociologist
Teacher

A degree in humanities and social sciences is appropriate for individuals seeking employment with a focus on the human condition to make a difference in society.

(1) SOURCE: U.S. Department of Education, National Center for Education Statistics, Digest of Education Statistics: 2006
(2) SOURCE: National Center for Education Statistics, Occupational Outlook Quarterly, Winter 2007-08
(3) SOURCE: Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2006-07 Edition, EDinformatics

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