Sociology at Loyola University Chicago
If you plan to study Sociology, you may want to check out the program at Loyola University Chicago. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Loyola University Chicago is located in Chicago, IL.
During the most recent reporting year, 36 sociology degrees were granted at Loyola University Chicago.
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Studying Online at Loyola University Chicago
Online coursework is an option at Loyola University Chicago. Of 17,384 students, 1,393 (8%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,165 (18%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at Loyola University Chicago
Use these rankings to compare Loyola University Chicago’s Sociology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 48 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #47 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #510 of 543 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #3 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #9 of 48 |
| Best Value | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #47 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #88 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #510 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from Loyola University Chicago
Students who complete Loyola University Chicago’s Sociology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $33,278 |
| 2 years | $25,194 |
| 3 years | $47,541 |
| 4 years | $51,590 |
| 5 years | $61,830 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years out, Sociology graduates from Loyola University Chicago earn a median of $51,590, compared with $74,898 for all Loyola University Chicago graduates — about 31% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Sociology graduates from Loyola University Chicago stands at $22,250.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Sociology graduates at Loyola University Chicago, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Sociology graduates at Loyola University Chicago are 69% women (25) and 31% men (11).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Of the 27 bachelor’s sociology degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 67% were women (18) and 33% were men (9).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
Minority students account for 48% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, below the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 5 master’s sociology degrees awarded at Loyola University Chicago, 80% were women (4) and 20% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 20% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, below the national average of 43%.*
Sociology Doctoral Program at Loyola University Chicago
Among the 4 doctoral sociology graduates at Loyola University Chicago, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 1 |
| Black / African American | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 75% of Sociology doctoral degree recipients at Loyola University Chicago, higher than the national average of 28%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at Loyola University Chicago
This Sociology program at Loyola University Chicago includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 36 |
Top-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Students who finish Sociology program at Loyola University Chicago go on to a range of careers. Here are the top-paying careers for Sociology graduates, 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
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