Sociology at Elon University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in North Carolina
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in North Carolina (34 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elon University | — | — | — | — |
| Wake Forest University | $46,257 | $57,671 | $23,000 | 0.50 |
| Duke University | $45,551 | $53,607 | — | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh | $35,510 | — | $22,787 | 0.64 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke | $34,051 | $35,722 | $28,526 | 0.84 |
| Fayetteville State University | $33,544 | $37,465 | $31,888 | 0.95 |
| National Median | $34,102 | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in North Carolina
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across North Carolina schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wake Forest University Winston-Salem | $64,758 | $46,257 | $23,000 |
| Duke University Durham | $65,805 | $45,551 | — |
| North Carolina State University at Raleigh Raleigh | $8,895 | $35,510 | $22,787 |
| University of North Carolina at Pembroke Pembroke | $3,571 | $34,051 | $28,526 |
| Fayetteville State University Fayetteville | $3,969 | $33,544 | $31,888 |
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 Elon University, approximately 9% 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.