Sociology at Albany State University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
Earnings trajectories vary significantly. Some programs show strong early returns that plateau; others start lower but accelerate. Consider where you want to be at year 4, not just year 1.
Compare to Similar Programs in Georgia
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Georgia (28 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany State University | — | $34,678 | — | — |
| Kennesaw State University | $36,212 | $40,546 | $34,375 | 0.95 |
| Columbus State University | $34,899 | $38,820 | $38,400 | 1.10 |
| Georgia Southern University | $34,627 | $34,970 | $26,500 | 0.77 |
| University of West Georgia | $34,393 | $34,358 | $28,875 | 0.84 |
| University of Georgia | $32,530 | $44,855 | $20,625 | 0.63 |
| National Median | $34,102 | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Georgia
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Georgia schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennesaw State University Kennesaw | $5,786 | $36,212 | $34,375 |
| Columbus State University Columbus | $5,751 | $34,899 | $38,400 |
| Georgia Southern University Statesboro | $5,905 | $34,627 | $26,500 |
| University of West Georgia Carrollton | $5,971 | $34,393 | $28,875 |
| University of Georgia Athens | $11,180 | $32,530 | $20,625 |
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Albany State University, approximately 65% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.