by our College Data Analytics TeamHere, you'll find out more about the major, including such details as the number of graduates, what degree levels are offered, ethnicity of students, and more. We've also included details on how Amherst ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in sociology.
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Amherst is in the top 10% of the country for sociology. More specifically it was ranked #50 out of 561 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #5 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Amherst College handed out 8 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 20% over the previous year when 10 degrees were handed out.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Amherst College.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, 8 sociology majors earned their bachelor's degree from Amherst. Of these graduates, 13% were men and 88% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Amherst College with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 37 |
| Political Science & Government | 29 |
| Anthropology | 13 |
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