Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Gustavus Adolphus College · Saint Peter, MN
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$38,554Median earnings 3 years after
$50,049Median earnings 5 years after
—Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Gustavus Adolphus College earn a median of $38,554. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $52,657 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,665–$69,502).
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Winona State University Winona | $43,505 | $21,687 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $42,984 | $26,000 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $42,108 | $25,625 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $38,972 | $18,750 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $34,543 | $27,000 |
| Hamline University Saint Paul | $33,894 | $27,000 |
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$50,074 - Business/Commerce, GeneralBachelor's degree
$49,881 - Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject AreasBachelor's degree
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$38,463 - Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's degree
$38,024 - English Language and Literature, GeneralBachelor's degree
$33,456 - Psychology, GeneralBachelor's degree
$33,174 - Biology, GeneralBachelor's degree
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$28,601 - HistoryBachelor's degree
$38,177 - Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's degree
$34,018 - PhysicsBachelor's degree
$73,540 - ChemistryBachelor's degree
— - MathematicsBachelor's degree
$88,379 - Romance Languages, Literatures, and LinguisticsBachelor's degree
$62,016
Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Gustavus Adolphus College make?
The median salary is $38,554 and $50,049 after five years.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.