Best Schools for Science, Technology and Society

Science, Technology and Society graduates earn a median of $78,044 within four years of graduating, ranking #69 out of 283 tracked majors — 25% above the median across all fields. There are 10 colleges nationwide with tracked earnings for this major, producing 527 recent graduates.

Where you study matters: Stanford University graduates earn $107,375 while Beloit College graduates earn $53,760 — a $53,615 difference. Factors like location, employer networks, co-op programs, and curriculum focus drive this gap. Across all fields, though, which major you pick separates earnings more than which college does.

Early career salary growth is strong: Science, Technology and Society graduates see an average 16% increase between year 1 and year 2 post-graduation, reflecting career advancement and skill development in the first years after college.

Schools

$78,044

Avg. 2yr Earnings

#69

of 283 Majors

527

Graduates

Public vs Private: Science, Technology and Society

Public (7 schools)

$75,726

avg. 2yr earnings

Private (3 schools)

$83,454

avg. 2yr earnings

Private schools produce $7,728 more in early earnings on average for Science, Technology and Society graduates. Factor in tuition difference to calculate which offers better ROI.

Science, Technology and Society by State

Top Science, Technology and Society Schools by Graduate Earnings

Stanford University

Stanford, CA · Private

$107,375

4yr Earnings

29 grads · small sample

2yr: $80,779 (47)

Acceptance: 3.9%

Eastern Michigan University

Ypsilanti, MI · Public

Georgetown University

Washington, DC · Private

Texas Tech University

Lubbock, TX · Public

James Madison University

Harrisonburg, VA · Public

Troy University

Troy, AL · Public

$80,455

4yr Earnings

21 grads · small sample

Acceptance: 92.6%

North Carolina State University at Raleigh

Raleigh, NC · Public

Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus

Atlanta, GA · Public

$65,454

4yr Earnings

26 grads · small sample

2yr: $41,565 (15)

1yr: $33,322 (19)

Acceptance: 16.5%

Farmingdale State College

Farmingdale, NY · Public

Beloit College

Beloit, WI · Private

$53,760

4yr Earnings

16 grads · small sample

2yr: $21,508 (22)

1yr: $21,130 (25)

Acceptance: 57.4%

Majors with Similar Earnings

Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies $53,947 Science Technologies/Technicians, Other $53,264 Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management $53,105 Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods $52,849 Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians $52,669 Environmental/Environmental Health Engineering $52,237

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best school for Science, Technology and Society?

Stanford University ranks #1 for Science, Technology and Society with median graduate earnings of $107,375 within four years of graduating. There are 10 schools nationwide offering this major with tracked earnings data.

How much do Science, Technology and Society graduates earn?

Science, Technology and Society graduates earn an average of $78,044 within four years of graduating. This is 25% above the median across all majors. Earnings range from $53,760 to $107,375 depending on the school.

How hard is it to get into a top Science, Technology and Society program?

The average acceptance rate across Science, Technology and Society programs is 52.1%. The most selective program is at Stanford University with a 3.9% acceptance rate. Competitive programs value strong math/analytical skills and relevant coursework.

Is a public or private school better for Science, Technology and Society?

Private Science, Technology and Society programs average $83,454 in early earnings vs $75,726 at public schools. Private schools lead in earnings, but cost significantly more — calculate net price before deciding.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings are median 2 years after graduation for bachelor's degree holders, from the field-of-study file last updated June 2026. Institution-level figures elsewhere on the site come from the June 2026 release — Scorecard publishes the two separately.

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