Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Tennessee State University · Nashville, TN
$34,884Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$47,853Median earnings 4 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$29,858Median federal debt
9Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at Tennessee State University earn a median of $34,884 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 $29,858, about 86% 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 |
| University of Memphis Memphis | $34,822 | $25,665 |
| Austin Peay State University Clarksville | $31,699 | $18,250 |
| Lee University Cleveland | $25,127 | $24,208 |
| East Tennessee State University Johnson City | $24,468 | $17,495 |
| Lane College Jackson | $23,591 | $36,438 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from Tennessee State University make?
The median salary is $34,884 one year after graduation.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $29,858.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.