Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Washington College · Chestertown, MD
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$53,799Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$27,000Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Washington College earn a median of $53,799. 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 $27,000, about 50% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Maryland schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg | $40,196 | $27,000 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $39,435 | $20,000 |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $38,893 | $22,578 |
| McDaniel College Westminster | $37,728 | $25,000 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $34,150 | $18,800 |
| Frostburg State University Frostburg | $32,165 | $25,000 |
| Salisbury University Salisbury | $32,091 | $20,000 |
| University of Maryland Eastern Shore Princess Anne | $31,853 | $28,000 |
| Morgan State University Baltimore | $31,470 | $27,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Washington College make?
The median salary is $53,799.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $27,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.