Sociology

Master's degree · California State University-Fullerton · Fullerton, CA

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—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,382Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
8Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the master's degree program in Sociology at California State University-Fullerton earn a median of $50,382. Nationally, master's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $63,330 four years after graduating (middle half: $46,335–$84,688).

Sociology (Master's degree) at other California schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
California State University-Los Angeles
Los Angeles
$50,577—

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Sociology graduates from California State University-Fullerton make?

The median salary is $50,382.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.