Sociology

Bachelor's degree · University of Washington-Seattle Campus · Seattle, WA

CIP 45.11

$40,062Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$60,292Median earnings 4 years after
$67,391Median earnings 5 years after
$18,181Median federal debt
219Graduates per year

How this program compares

Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at University of Washington-Seattle Campus earn a median of $40,062 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 $18,181, about 45% of first-year earnings – a manageable level by common guidelines.

Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools

CollegeEarnings (1 yr)Median debt
Washington State University
Pullman
$39,801$21,450
Central Washington University
Ellensburg
$36,466$21,950
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma
$35,317$20,825
Gonzaga University
Spokane
$33,675$25,125
Western Washington University
Bellingham
$33,039$19,207
Whitworth University
Spokane
$32,727$26,000
Seattle Pacific University
Seattle
$25,958$25,666

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Frequently asked questions

How much do Sociology graduates from University of Washington-Seattle Campus make?

The median salary is $40,062 one year after graduation and $67,391 after five years.

How much student debt do graduates have?

Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $18,181.

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