Below are the key facts about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Bowdoin College compares to other colleges that offer sociology.
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Bowdoin College is in the top 15% of the country for sociology. In particular, it placed #21 out of 543 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #2 in Maine.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, Bowdoin College awarded 18 bachelor’s degrees in sociology.
The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $57,776 | $67,198 |
| Fees | $634 | $634 |
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Among recent graduates, 39% of sociology bachelor’s degrees went to men and 61% went to women.
The largest share of sociology bachelor’s degree graduates at Bowdoin College are Hispanic or Latino. Roughly 28% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Bowdoin College with a bachelor’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 3 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 4 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 1 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Bowdoin College.