Sociology at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
What traits are you looking for in a school for Sociology, consider the program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is in Edwardsville, IL.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 22 sociology degrees were awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
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Online Class Availability at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Distance learning is available at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Of 11,893 students, 1,999 (17%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 3,314 (28%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
These rankings give you a sense of how Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Sociology program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Illinois | #6 of 14 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Illinois | #14 of 14 |
| Best Value | Great Lakes (Region) | #17 of 48 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Great Lakes (Region) | #39 of 48 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #239 of 543 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #424 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Graduates of Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’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 | $31,291 |
| 2 years | $28,960 |
| 3 years | $30,882 |
| 4 years | $38,639 |
| 5 years | $55,821 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years after graduating, Sociology graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville report median earnings of $38,639, compared with $71,140 for all Southern Illinois University Edwardsville graduates — about 46% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Sociology graduates from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is $26,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the composition of Sociology graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, by degree type.
Program-wide, Sociology graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville are 68% women (15) and 32% men (7).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Of the 18 bachelor’s sociology graduates at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 67% were women (12) and 33% were men (6).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Two or More Races | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 39% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, below the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Among the 4 master’s sociology degrees awarded at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, 75% were women (3) and 25% were men (1).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 25% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, lower than 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 Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
This Sociology program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 22 |
Best-Paid Careers for Sociology Graduates
Those who complete Sociology program at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville go on to a range of careers. The table below ranks the highest-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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