Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Hope College · Holland, MI
$29,181Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,222Median earnings 4 years after
$51,986Median earnings 5 years after
$24,493Median federal debt
18Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Hope College earn a median of $29,181 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 $24,493, about 84% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Michigan schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Michigan-Flint Flint | $41,460 | — |
| Western Michigan University Kalamazoo | $35,399 | $24,449 |
| Michigan State University East Lansing | $35,055 | $25,845 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor Ann Arbor | $33,832 | $18,419 |
| Grand Valley State University Allendale | $32,132 | $22,500 |
| Wayne State University Detroit | $31,381 | $26,811 |
| Eastern Michigan University Ypsilanti | $29,919 | $31,050 |
| Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant | $28,785 | $27,000 |
| Oakland University Rochester Hills | $20,126 | $20,333 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Hope College make?
The median salary is $29,181 one year after graduation and $51,986 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $24,493.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.