Sociology (Bachelor's Degree) at Maryville University of Saint Louis

Est. Earnings (1yr)

$34,942

Est. from MO median (9 programs)

Est. Median Debt

$33,088

Est. from MO median (4 programs)

Analysis

Sociology programs in Missouri cluster tightly around $35,000 in first-year earnings, and this program's estimated outcomes land right in that range. What makes Maryville's estimated numbers less competitive is the debt load: at roughly $33,000, that's about $8,000 more than the state median for sociology bachelor's programs and exceeds the national median by similar margins. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.95 means nearly a full year's salary would go toward debt—manageable but tight for a field where earnings start modest.

Based on comparable programs, sociology graduates in Missouri can expect mid-$30,000s starting out, whether they attend Maryville or the state's public universities. The difference is how much debt they carry into that first job. With 36% of Maryville students receiving Pell grants, higher borrowing hits the most financially vulnerable families hardest. Programs at Missouri public universities appear to deliver similar earnings outcomes at substantially lower debt levels.

If your child is set on sociology at Maryville, the financial picture demands careful attention to actual aid packages and borrowing limits. Since these figures are estimates drawn from peer institutions, request Maryville's own placement data and compare net price against Missouri's public options where sociology programs produce similar early earnings with lower typical debt burdens.

Where Maryville University of Saint Louis Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all sociology bachelors's programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs in Missouri

Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Missouri (28 total in state)

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)*	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt*	Debt/Earnings
Maryville University of Saint LouisSaint Louis	$27,166	$34,942*	—	$33,088*	—
Columbia CollegeColumbia	$24,326	$37,758*	$38,279	$32,276*	0.85
University of Missouri-Kansas CityKansas City	$11,988	$36,810*	$44,252	$20,799*	0.57
Drury UniversitySpringfield	$35,235	$35,881*	$34,669	$33,900*	0.94
Drury University-College of Continuing Professional StudiesSpringfield	$8,044	$35,881*	$34,669	$33,900*	0.94
University of Missouri-St LouisSaint Louis	$13,440	$34,942*	$41,287	$26,686*	0.76
National Median	—	$34,102*	—	$25,000*	0.73

* Estimated from similar programs

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with sociology graduates

Sociologists

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

$101,690/yrJobs growth:Master's degree

Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in sociology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other

All postsecondary social sciences teachers not listed separately.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Managers, All Other

All managers not listed separately.

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Compliance Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization to ensure compliance with ethical or regulatory standards.

Loss Prevention Managers

Plan and direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures.

Wind Energy Operations Managers

Manage wind field operations, including personnel, maintenance activities, financial activities, and planning.

Wind Energy Development Managers

Lead or manage the development and evaluation of potential wind energy business opportunities, including environmental studies, permitting, and proposals. May also manage construction of projects.

Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers

Plan and direct cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated properties for reuse. Does not include properties sufficiently contaminated to qualify as Superfund sites.

Social Science Research Assistants

Assist social scientists in laboratory, survey, and other social science research. May help prepare findings for publication and assist in laboratory analysis, quality control, or data management.

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 Maryville University of Saint Louis, approximately 36% 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 MO. Actual outcomes may vary.