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 WashU ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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WashU is in the top 10% of the country for sociology. In particular, it placed #31 out of 434 schools by College Factual. It is also ranked #1 in Missouri.
In the most recent year for which we have data, Washington University in St Louis conferred 14 bachelor’s degrees in sociology.
Average full-time tuition and fees are listed in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $57,750 | $64,500 |
| Fees | $1,290 | $1,290 |
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Every one of the 14 students who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in sociology from WashU identified as women.
The majority of sociology bachelor’s degree graduates at WashU were White. About 36% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a bachelor’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 3 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 3 |
In the most recent graduating class, 50% of sociology master’s degrees went to men and 50% went to women.
The largest share of sociology master’s degree graduates at WashU were Asian. Approximately 50% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Washington University in St Louis with a master’s in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 0 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
Here are the demographics of the sociology majors at Washington University in St Louis.