Sociology at Texas A & M International University
If you plan to study Sociology, take a look at what Texas A & M International University. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
Texas A & M International University sits in Laredo, TX.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 21 sociology graduations were recorded at Texas A & M International University.
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Online & Distance Learning at Texas A & M International University
Online coursework is an option at Texas A & M International University. Of 8,991 students, 2,087 (23%) studied exclusively online and 3,632 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at Texas A & M International University
Use these rankings to compare Texas A & M International University’s Sociology program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | Southwest (Region) | #2 of 45 |
| Best Value | Texas | #3 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Texas | #25 of 31 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southwest (Region) | #33 of 46 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #71 of 543 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #437 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from Texas A & M International University
Graduates of Texas A & M International 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 | $30,087 |
| 2 years | $26,585 |
| 3 years | $31,220 |
| 4 years | $36,697 |
| 5 years | $37,594 |
How does this compare to the school overall? At the four-year mark, Sociology graduates from Texas A & M International University report median earnings of $36,697, compared with $48,062 for all Texas A & M International University graduates — about 24% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Typical debt at graduation for Sociology graduates from Texas A & M International University stands at $15,812.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the diversity of Sociology graduates at Texas A & M International University, by degree type.
Program-wide, Sociology graduates at Texas A & M International University are 76% women (16) and 24% men (5).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at Texas A & M International University
Of the 18 bachelor’s sociology graduates at Texas A & M International University, 78% were women (14) and 22% were men (4).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A & M International University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 1 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 13 |
| Black / African American | 1 |
| Asian | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
Minority students account for 83% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at Texas A & M International University, above the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at Texas A & M International University
Among the 3 master’s sociology degrees awarded at Texas A & M International 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 Texas A & M International University.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
Minority students account for 100% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at Texas A & M International University, higher 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 Texas A & M International University
The Sociology program at Texas A & M International University breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 21 |
Top-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Graduates of the Sociology program at Texas A & M International University go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid 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.