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 Tulane ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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Tulane was ranked #76 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 #1 in Louisiana.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Tulane University of Louisiana handed out 60 bachelor's degrees in sociology. Last year, the same number of degrees were handed out.
The median salary of sociology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Tulane is $25,494. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $30,566 for all sociology students.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Tulane, sociology students borrow a median amount of $12,000 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 Tulane University of Louisiana.
Of the 60 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in sociology from Tulane in 2021, 12% were men and 88% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 75% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Tulane University of Louisiana with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 45 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 190 |
| Economics | 186 |
| International Relations & National Security | 58 |
| Anthropology | 37 |
| General Social Sciences | 17 |
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