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 diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Find out how MHC ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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MHC holds a strong position among schools offering sociology. Specifically, it ranked #141 out of 543 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #11 in Massachusetts.
In the most recent year for which we have data, Mount Holyoke College awarded 28 bachelor’s degrees in sociology.
Earning a bachelor’s degree at MHC, sociology students accumulate a median of $21,000 in student loans. This is lower than $22,041, the typical median for all majors at MHC.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $56,300 | $66,780 |
| Fees | $238 | $238 |
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Every one of the 28 students who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in sociology from MHC were women.
The largest share of sociology bachelor’s degree graduates at MHC are White. Roughly 57% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Mount Holyoke College with a bachelor’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 16 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 2 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Mount Holyoke College.