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. We've also included details on how Whitman ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at Whitman was ranked #187 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #6 in Washington.
During the 2020-2021 academic year, Whitman College handed out 17 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 26% over the previous year when 23 degrees were handed out.
While getting their bachelor's degree at Whitman, sociology students borrow a median amount of $20,039 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 Whitman College.
Of the 17 students who earned a bachelor's degree in Sociology from Whitman in 2020-2021, 47% were men and 53% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Whitman College with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 6 |
| White | 7 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Economics | 35 |
| Political Science & Government | 25 |
| Other Social Sciences | 10 |
| Anthropology | 6 |
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