by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Rider ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at Rider was ranked #451 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #13 in New Jersey.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Rider University handed out 12 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is an increase of 9% over the previous year when 11 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of sociology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Rider is $34,035. This is higher than $30,566, which is the national median for all sociology bachelor's degree recipients.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Rider, sociology students borrow a median amount of $27,000 in student loans. This is higher than the the typical median of $25,268 for all sociology majors across the country.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Rider University.
Of the 12 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in sociology from Rider in 2021, 25% were men and 75% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at Rider are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 67% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Rider University with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 8 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 15 |
| International Relations & National Security | 3 |
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