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. Also, learn how Northern Michigan University ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at Northern Michigan University was ranked #451 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #10 in Michigan.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Northern Michigan University handed out 10 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 17% over the previous year when 12 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Northern Michigan University, sociology students borrow a median amount of $23,060 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all sociology bachelor's degree recipients across the country is $25,268.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Northern Michigan University.
All of the 10 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in sociology from Northern Michigan University in 2021 were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Northern Michigan University are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 90% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Michigan University with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 9 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 22 |
| Economics | 15 |
| Anthropology | 11 |
| Geography & Cartography | 9 |
| International Relations & National Security | 3 |
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