by our College Data Analytics TeamHere is an overview of the graduate program in sociology at Northern Illinois University. Graduate degrees are awarded at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northern Illinois University as a strong choice for sociology, placing at #319 out of 555 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Sociology Schools | 319 of 555 |
| Best Sociology Schools in Illinois | 9 of 14 |
| Best Sociology Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 30 of 48 |
The following degree levels are granted in sociology at Northern Illinois University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 28 |
| Master’s | 4 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northern Illinois University conferred 4 master’s degrees in sociology.
Northern Illinois University has not been ranked for sociology at the master’s level.
Information about average full-time graduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $23,266 | $23,266 |
| Fees | $400 | $400 |
Read more about Northern Illinois University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 25% of sociology master’s degrees went to men and 75% went to women.
The majority of sociology master’s degree graduates at Northern Illinois University were White. Roughly 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a master’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 2 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at Northern Illinois University. The following undergraduate award levels are reported.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Sociology | 28 |