Below are the key facts about graduate study in sociology at SHSU. You can earn it at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Jump to any of the following sections:
College Factual ranks SHSU as a strong choice for sociology, ranked #473 out of 555 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Sociology Schools | 473 of 555 |
| Best Sociology Schools in Texas | 28 of 31 |
| Best Sociology Schools in the Southwest Region | 37 of 46 |
Here is each degree level offered in sociology at SHSU, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 25 |
| Master’s | 3 |
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Sam Houston State University awarded 3 master’s degrees in sociology.
SHSU is not currently ranked for sociology at the master’s level.
Among recent graduates, 33% of sociology master’s degrees went to men and 67% went to women.
The majority of sociology master’s degree graduates at SHSU were Black or African American. About 33% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Sam Houston State University with a master’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 1 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
This field is also offered at the undergraduate level at SHSU. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Sociology | 25 |