Sociology at University of Utah
What traits are you looking for in a school for Sociology, take a look at what University of Utah. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
University of Utah sits in Salt Lake City, UT.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 103 sociology graduations were recorded at University of Utah.
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Studying Online at University of Utah
Online coursework is an option at University of Utah. Of 36,894 students, 2,249 (6%) studied exclusively online and 15,066 (41%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at University of Utah
Use these rankings to compare University of Utah’s Sociology program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 25 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 25 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #84 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #152 of 543 |
Doctoral-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | Utah | #1 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #3 of 25 |
| Best Value | Rocky Mountains (Region) | #5 of 25 |
| Best Value | Utah | #5 of 7 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #84 of 543 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #152 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from University of Utah
Graduates of University of Utah’s Sociology program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $35,174 |
| 2 years | $29,926 |
| 3 years | $37,673 |
| 4 years | $47,324 |
| 5 years | $52,418 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Sociology graduates from University of Utah earn a median of $47,324, compared with $74,538 for all University of Utah graduates — about 37% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Sociology graduates from University of Utah stands at $15,071.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Sociology graduates at University of Utah, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Sociology graduates at University of Utah are 73% women (75) and 27% men (28).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 93 bachelor’s sociology degrees awarded at University of Utah, 71% were women (66) and 29% were men (27).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 63 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 16 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 2 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Minority students account for 31% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at University of Utah, lower than the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at University of Utah
Of the 5 master’s sociology graduates at University of Utah, 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 University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
Sociology Doctoral Program at University of Utah
Of the 5 doctoral sociology degrees awarded at University of Utah, 100% were women (5) and 0% were men (0).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology doctoral degree recipients at University of Utah.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 3 |
| 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 Utah
The Sociology program at University of Utah includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 103 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Those who complete Sociology program at University of Utah work across a variety of fields. Below are 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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