Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Minnesota State University Moorhead · Moorhead, MN
$42,984Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$46,439Median earnings 4 years after
$56,526Median earnings 5 years after
$26,000Median federal debt
17Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Minnesota State University Moorhead earn a median of $42,984 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 60% of first-year earnings.
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-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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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Minnesota State University Moorhead make?
The median salary is $42,984 one year after graduation and $56,526 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.