Sociology at Florida Gulf Coast 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 Florida
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Florida (23 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida Gulf Coast University | — | $44,240 | — | — |
| Saint Leo University | $39,498 | $45,627 | $46,960 | 1.19 |
| University of North Florida | $35,728 | $38,499 | $23,250 | 0.65 |
| University of Central Florida | $34,926 | $44,436 | $26,307 | 0.75 |
| The University of Tampa | $33,872 | — | $23,000 | 0.68 |
| Florida State University | $33,783 | $43,329 | $22,164 | 0.66 |
| National Median | $34,102 | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Florida
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Florida schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Leo University Saint Leo | $28,360 | $39,498 | $46,960 |
| University of North Florida Jacksonville | $6,389 | $35,728 | $23,250 |
| University of Central Florida Orlando | $6,368 | $34,926 | $26,307 |
| The University of Tampa Tampa | $33,424 | $33,872 | $23,000 |
| Florida State University Tallahassee | $5,656 | $33,783 | $22,164 |
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 Florida Gulf Coast University, approximately 29% 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.