Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Grinnell College · Grinnell, IA
$28,216Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$40,572Median earnings 3 years after
$57,657Median earnings 5 years after
$16,000Median federal debt
36Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Grinnell College earn a median of $28,216 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 $16,000, about 57% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Iowa schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Northern Iowa Cedar Falls | $41,250 | $20,625 |
| Iowa State University Ames | $40,602 | $19,876 |
| Central College Pella | $38,034 | $24,500 |
| William Penn University Oskaloosa | $34,099 | $26,625 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Grinnell College make?
The median salary is $28,216 one year after graduation and $57,657 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $16,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.