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 WCU ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at WCU was ranked #459 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #13 in North Carolina.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Western Carolina University handed out 22 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 24% over the previous year when 29 degrees were handed out.
Sociology majors who earn their bachelor's degree from WCU go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $22,479 a year. This is less than $30,566, which is the national median of all sociology majors in the nation who earn bachelor's degrees.
While getting their bachelor's degree at WCU, sociology students borrow a median amount of $23,250 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 Western Carolina University.
Of the 22 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from WCU in 2020-2021, 14% were men and 86% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 68% of 2021 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Western Carolina University with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 15 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Anthropology | 50 |
| Political Science & Government | 24 |
