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, and more. In addition, we cover how WUSTL ranks in comparison to other schools with sociology programs.
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In College Factual's most recent rankings for the best schools for sociology majors, WUSTL came in at #20. This puts it in the top 5% of the country in this field of study. It is also ranked #1 in Missouri.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Washington University in St Louis handed out 26 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is an increase of 37% over the previous year when 19 degrees were handed out.
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Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Washington University in St Louis.
Of the 26 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in sociology from WUSTL in 2021, 8% were men and 92% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 54% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 5 |
| Black or African American | 6 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 14 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 128 |
| Economics | 110 |
| Political Science & Government | 94 |
| General Social Sciences | 6 |
| International Relations & National Security | 5 |
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