Sociology
Bachelor's degree · University of Notre Dame · Notre Dame, IN
$35,915Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$69,704Median earnings 4 years after
$88,792Median earnings 5 years after
$19,800Median federal debt
40Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at University of Notre Dame earn a median of $35,915 one year after completing the program. 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 $19,800, about 55% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Indiana schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Indiana Evansville | $40,255 | — |
| Franklin College Franklin | $37,759 | $27,000 |
| Purdue University-Main Campus West Lafayette | $36,826 | $19,500 |
| Purdue University Northwest Hammond | $35,334 | $22,554 |
| Ball State University Muncie | $32,973 | $19,448 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo Kokomo | $32,740 | — |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis Indianapolis | $30,939 | $20,645 |
| Indiana University-Bloomington Bloomington | $30,296 | $18,982 |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne Fort Wayne | $27,749 | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from University of Notre Dame make?
The median salary is $35,915 one year after graduation and $88,792 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $19,800.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.