Sociology at McMurry University
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How McMurry University graduates compare to all programs nationally
McMurry University graduates earn $33k, placing them in the 41th percentile of all sociology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Texas
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Texas (57 total in state)
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 McMurry UniversityAbilene | $31,372 | $32,956 | — | $26,000* | — |
 The University of Texas at AustinAustin | $11,678 | $39,621 | $53,118 | $23,000* | 0.58 |
 Texas Woman's UniversityDenton | $8,648 | $38,438 | $48,009 | $33,719* | 0.88 |
 Lamar UniversityBeaumont | $8,690 | $38,042 | — | $36,615* | 0.96 |
 Baylor UniversityWaco | $54,844 | $37,753 | $41,408 | $25,937* | 0.69 |
 The University of Texas at ArlingtonArlington | $11,728 | $37,338 | $51,739 | $30,941* | 0.83 |
| National Median | — | $34,102 | — | $25,000* | 0.73 |
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 McMurry University, approximately 45% 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.