Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Wichita State University · Wichita, KS
$35,236Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$42,450Median earnings 4 years after
$37,333Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
4Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Wichita State University earn a median of $35,236 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 $26,000, about 74% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Kansas schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas State University Manhattan | $42,985 | $22,746 |
| University of Kansas Lawrence | $42,703 | $22,251 |
| Fort Hays State University Hays | $38,075 | $27,378 |
| Emporia State University Emporia | $29,313 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Wichita State University make?
The median salary is $35,236 one year after graduation and $37,333 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $26,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.