Sociology at University of Missouri-Columbia
If you are interested in studying Sociology, take a look at what University of Missouri-Columbia. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
University of Missouri-Columbia is located in Columbia, MO.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 49 sociology degrees were granted at University of Missouri-Columbia.
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Studying Online at University of Missouri-Columbia
Distance learning is available at University of Missouri-Columbia. Of 31,543 students, 3,557 (11%) studied exclusively online and 12,572 (40%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at University of Missouri-Columbia
These rankings give you a sense of how University of Missouri-Columbia’s Sociology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 26 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #103 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #358 of 543 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Missouri | #2 of 8 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | The Plains States (Region) | #4 of 26 |
| Best Value | Missouri | #6 of 8 |
| Best Value | The Plains States (Region) | #19 of 26 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #103 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #358 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia
Those who finish University of Missouri-Columbia’s Sociology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $31,759 |
| 2 years | $32,391 |
| 3 years | $36,668 |
| 4 years | $46,842 |
| 5 years | $51,854 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Sociology graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia report median earnings of $46,842, compared with $65,467 for all University of Missouri-Columbia graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Sociology graduates from University of Missouri-Columbia stands at $22,500.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Sociology graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, by degree type.
Looking at the program as a whole, Sociology graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia are 76% women (37) and 24% men (12).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Among the 45 bachelor’s sociology degrees awarded at University of Missouri-Columbia, 78% were women (35) and 22% were men (10).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 2 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 5 |
Minority students account for 33% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia, lower than the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Doctoral Program at University of Missouri-Columbia
Of the 4 doctoral sociology graduates at University of Missouri-Columbia, 50% were women (2) and 50% were men (2).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology doctoral degree recipients at University of Missouri-Columbia.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at University of Missouri-Columbia
The Sociology program at University of Missouri-Columbia includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 49 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Students who finish Sociology program at University of Missouri-Columbia pursue many career paths. 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
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