Sociology
Bachelor's degree · Whitman College · Walla Walla, WA
—Median earnings 1 year after graduating
—Median earnings 3 years after
—Median earnings 5 years after
$20,039Median federal debt
12Graduates per year
How this program compares
Earnings for this program are not published because too few graduates were matched to federal records. Nationally, bachelor's degree graduates in this field earn a median of $52,657 four years after graduating (middle half: $37,665–$69,502).
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Washington schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $40,062 | $18,181 |
| 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 student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $20,039.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.