Sociology

Bachelor's degree · University of Minnesota-Twin Cities · Minneapolis, MN

CIP 45.11

$38,972Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$56,690Median earnings 4 years after
$52,443Median earnings 5 years after
$18,750Median federal debt
97Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at University of Minnesota-Twin Cities earn a median of $38,972 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 $18,750, about 48% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools

CollegeEarnings (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
Augsburg University
Minneapolis
$34,543$27,000
Hamline University
Saint Paul
$33,894$27,000

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Sociology graduates from University of Minnesota-Twin Cities make?

The median salary is $38,972 one year after graduation and $52,443 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,750.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.