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 UMass Lowell ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at UMass Lowell was ranked #267 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #19 in Massachusetts.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, University of Massachusetts - Lowell handed out 20 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is an increase of 33% over the previous year when 15 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of sociology students who receive their bachelor's degree at UMass Lowell is $38,944. 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 UMass Lowell, sociology students borrow a median amount of $25,596 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 University of Massachusetts - Lowell.
Of the 20 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from UMass Lowell in 2020-2021, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The majority of bachelor's degree recipients in this major at UMass Lowell are white. In the most recent graduating class for which data is available, 55% of students fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from University of Massachusetts - Lowell with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 7 |
| White | 11 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| International Relations & National Security | 46 |
| Political Science & Government | 39 |
| Economics | 30 |
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