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, average salaries, and more. Also, learn how SCU ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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SCU was ranked #61 on College Factual's most recent list of the best schools for sociology majors. This puts the bachelor's program at the school solidly in the top 15% of all colleges and universities in the country. It is also ranked #11 in California.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Santa Clara University handed out 20 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 33% over the previous year when 30 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of sociology students who receive their bachelor's degree at SCU is $35,892. This is higher than $30,566, which is the national median for all sociology bachelor's degree recipients.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Santa Clara University.
In the 2020-2021 academic year, 20 students earned a bachelor's degree in sociology from SCU. About 75% of these graduates were women and the other 25% were men.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Santa Clara University with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 4 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 103 |
| Political Science & Government | 102 |
| Anthropology | 15 |
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