Sociology at Gustavus Adolphus College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
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Compare to Similar Programs in Minnesota
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Minnesota (22 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gustavus Adolphus College | $40,540* | $34,413 | $26,000* | — |
| Winona State University | $43,505* | $41,763 | $21,687* | 0.50 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead | $42,984* | $49,414 | $27,000* | 0.63 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato | $42,108* | $40,199 | $27,000* | 0.64 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities | $38,972* | $50,586 | $20,377* | 0.52 |
| Augsburg University | $34,543* | — | $27,000* | 0.78 |
| National Median | $34,102* | — | $25,000* | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Minnesota
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Minnesota schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winona State University Winona | $10,498 | $43,505 | $21,687 |
| Minnesota State University Moorhead Moorhead | $10,336 | $42,984 | $27,000 |
| Minnesota State University-Mankato Mankato | $9,490 | $42,108 | $27,000 |
| University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Minneapolis | $16,488 | $38,972 | $20,377 |
| Augsburg University Minneapolis | $43,942 | $34,543 | $27,000 |
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 Gustavus Adolphus College, approximately 21% 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 6 similar programs in MN. Actual outcomes may vary.