Sociology

Bachelor's degree · Winona State University · Winona, MN

CIP 45.11

$43,505Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$49,166Median earnings 4 years after
$46,926Median earnings 5 years after
$21,687Median federal debt
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How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Winona State University earn a median of $43,505 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 $21,687, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Minnesota schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
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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Frequently asked questions

How much do Sociology graduates from Winona State University make?

The median salary is $43,505 one year after graduation and $46,926 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,687.

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