Sociology at Goucher College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Maryland
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Maryland (18 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goucher College | $34,150* | — | $22,250 | — |
| Mount St. Mary's University | $40,196* | — | $27,000 | 0.67 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County | $39,435* | $47,327 | $24,250 | 0.61 |
| Bowie State University | $38,893* | $53,090 | $30,835 | 0.79 |
| McDaniel College | $37,728* | $53,319 | $25,000 | 0.66 |
| University of Maryland-College Park | $34,150* | $53,258 | $20,460 | 0.60 |
| National Median | $34,102* | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Maryland
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Maryland schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount St. Mary's University Emmitsburg | $47,240 | $40,196 | $27,000 |
| University of Maryland-Baltimore County Baltimore | $12,952 | $39,435 | $24,250 |
| Bowie State University Bowie | $8,999 | $38,893 | $30,835 |
| McDaniel College Westminster | $49,647 | $37,728 | $25,000 |
| University of Maryland-College Park College Park | $11,505 | $34,150 | $20,460 |
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 Goucher College, approximately 31% 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.
Estimated Earnings: Actual earnings data is not available for this program (typically due to privacy thresholds when fewer than 30 graduates reported earnings). The estimate shown is based on the median of 9 similar programs in MD. Actual outcomes may vary.