Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Wake Forest University · Winston-Salem, NC
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Wake Forest University earn a median of $46,257 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 $23,000, about 50% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other North Carolina schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| Duke University Durham | $45,551 | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $35,510 | $18,200 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $34,051 | $25,000 |
| Fayetteville State University Fayetteville | $33,544 | $24,234 |
| East Carolina University Greenville | $31,928 | $23,251 |
| University of North Carolina at Charlotte Charlotte | $31,897 | $22,500 |
| Appalachian State University Boone | $31,559 | $19,120 |
| University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill Chapel Hill | $30,623 | $14,050 |
| University of North Carolina Wilmington Wilmington | $29,220 | $23,250 |
| University of North Carolina at Greensboro Greensboro | $27,400 | $24,275 |
| North Carolina A & T State University Greensboro | $24,661 | $27,953 |
| Western Carolina University Cullowhee | $23,374 | $23,250 |
| University of North Carolina Asheville Asheville | $18,869 | $20,585 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Wake Forest University make?
The median salary is $46,257 one year after graduation and $62,340 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $23,000.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.