Sociology at Idaho State University
If you plan to study Sociology, take a look at what Idaho State University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Idaho State University sits in Pocatello, ID.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 48 sociology degrees were granted at Idaho State University.
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Studying Online at Idaho State University
Many students take online classes at Idaho State University. Of 13,061 students, 2,515 (19%) studied exclusively online and 4,627 (35%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at Idaho State University
Use these rankings to compare Idaho State University’s Sociology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Idaho | #3 of 4 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Idaho | #4 of 4 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #16 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #25 of 25 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #347 of 543 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #493 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from Idaho State University
Students who complete Idaho State University’s Sociology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 2 years | $26,739 |
| 3 years | $28,364 |
| 4 years | $31,282 |
| 5 years | $38,928 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Sociology graduates from Idaho State University report median earnings of $31,282, compared with $53,326 for all Idaho State University graduates — about 41% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Sociology graduates from Idaho State University is $29,839.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Sociology graduates at Idaho State University, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Sociology graduates at Idaho State University are 79% women (38) and 21% men (10).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at Idaho State University
Of the 45 bachelor’s sociology degrees awarded at Idaho State University, 80% were women (36) and 20% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Idaho State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 32 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 7 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 24% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Idaho State University, below the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at Idaho State University
Among the 3 master’s sociology graduates at Idaho State University, 67% were women (2) and 33% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Idaho State University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 33% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Idaho State University, below the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at Idaho State University
The Sociology program at Idaho State University includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 48 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Those who complete Sociology program at Idaho State University go on to a range of careers. Below are the highest-paying careers for Sociology majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Sociologists | $74,866 |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $53,394 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
More about our data sources and methodologies.