Sociology
Bachelor's degree · East Tennessee State University · Johnson City, TN
$24,468Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$36,966Median earnings 4 years after
$33,474Median earnings 5 years after
$17,495Median federal debt
30Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at East Tennessee State University earn a median of $24,468 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 $17,495, about 72% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Tennessee schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| The University of Tennessee-Knoxville Knoxville | $35,723 | $19,500 |
| Tennessee Technological University Cookeville | $35,293 | $15,000 |
| Tennessee State University Nashville | $34,884 | $29,858 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $34,822 | $25,665 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $31,699 | $18,250 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $25,127 | $24,208 |
| Lane College Jackson | $23,591 | $36,438 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from East Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $24,468 one year after graduation and $33,474 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $17,495.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.