Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Spelman College · Atlanta, GA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$62,587Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$26,747Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Spelman College earn a median of $62,587. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $52,657 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,665–$69,502). Median debt is $26,747, about 43% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Georgia schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $36,212 | $27,250 |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $34,899 | $28,500 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $34,627 | $23,000 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $34,393 | $26,000 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $32,530 | $15,875 |
| Morehouse College Atlanta | $31,391 | $27,000 |
| University of North Georgia Dahlonega | $30,576 | $23,375 |
| Emory University Atlanta | $30,516 | $20,500 |
| Clayton State University Morrow | $29,834 | $25,303 |
| Georgia State University Atlanta | $28,968 | $25,500 |
| Augusta University Augusta | $28,860 | $22,665 |
| Savannah State University Savannah | $28,747 | $28,312 |
Other programs at Spelman College
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$59,907 - Political Science and GovernmentBachelor's degree
$39,050 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$31,129 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$29,343 - Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, GeneralBachelor's degree
$28,357 - Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group StudiesBachelor's degree
$28,080 - International/Globalization StudiesBachelor's degree
$25,753 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$21,638 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and MethodsBachelor's degree
$50,364 - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$94,634 - Drama/Theatre Arts and StagecraftBachelor's degree
$25,129
Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Spelman College make?
The median salary is $62,587.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,747.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.