Sociology
Bachelor's degree · University of Wisconsin-La Crosse · La Crosse, WI
$33,529Median earnings 1 year after graduating
$50,737Median earnings 4 years after
$51,024Median earnings 5 years after
$21,647Median federal debt
27Graduates per year
How this program compares
Graduates of the bachelor's degree program in Sociology at University of Wisconsin-La Crosse earn a median of $33,529 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 $21,647, about 65% of first-year earnings.
Sociology (Bachelor's degree) at other Wisconsin schools
| College | Earnings (1 yr) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|
| University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point Stevens Point | $37,888 | $23,250 |
| University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Milwaukee | $36,452 | $22,625 |
| University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Whitewater | $36,411 | $25,000 |
| Beloit College Beloit | $36,222 | $27,000 |
| Saint Norbert College De Pere | $35,981 | $26,000 |
| University of Wisconsin-Madison Madison | $35,889 | $17,212 |
| University of Wisconsin-Parkside Kenosha | $35,710 | $18,500 |
| University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Eau Claire | $30,111 | $21,190 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do Sociology graduates from University of Wisconsin-La Crosse make?
The median salary is $33,529 one year after graduation and $51,024 after five years.
How much student debt do graduates have?
Graduates who borrowed federal loans owe a median of $21,647.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, June 2026 release (Field of Study data). Earnings are for graduates who received federal financial aid.