Sociology at Syracuse University
If you are interested in studying Sociology, consider the program at Syracuse University. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
Syracuse University is located in Syracuse, NY.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 51 sociology degrees were awarded at Syracuse University.
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Online Class Availability at Syracuse University
Distance learning is available at Syracuse University. Among 22,589 students, 2,298 (10%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 2,396 (11%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at Syracuse University
These rankings give you a sense of how Syracuse University’s Sociology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 86 |
| Best Value | New York | #42 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 543 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #80 of 85 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #530 of 543 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | New York | #6 of 45 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #10 of 86 |
| Best Value | New York | #42 of 44 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #66 of 543 |
| Best Value | Middle Atlantic (Region) | #80 of 85 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #530 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from Syracuse University
Graduates of Syracuse University’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 | $32,936 |
| 2 years | $34,420 |
| 3 years | $46,384 |
| 4 years | $52,918 |
| 5 years | $72,358 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Sociology graduates from Syracuse University take home a median $52,918, compared with $69,552 for all Syracuse University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Sociology graduates from Syracuse University stands at $24,750.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Sociology graduates at Syracuse University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Sociology graduates at Syracuse University are 67% women (34) and 33% men (17).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at Syracuse University
Of the 44 bachelor’s sociology graduates at Syracuse University, 68% were women (30) and 32% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 15 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 10 |
| Asian | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
| International (Nonresident) | 9 |
Minority students account for 45% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, lower than the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at Syracuse University
Among the 2 master’s sociology degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 100% were women (2) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Black / African American | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 50% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Syracuse University, above the national average of 43%.*
Sociology Doctoral Program at Syracuse University
Among the 4 doctoral sociology degrees awarded at Syracuse University, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology doctoral degree recipients at Syracuse University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at Syracuse University
The Sociology program at Syracuse University offers more specialized concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 51 |
Top-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Graduates of the Sociology program at Syracuse University pursue many career paths. The table below ranks the top-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
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