Sociology at Trinity College
Bachelor's Degree
Earnings Distribution
How Trinity College graduates compare to all programs nationally
Trinity College graduates earn $50k, placing them in the 95th percentile of all sociology bachelors programs nationally.
Compare to Similar Programs in Connecticut
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Connecticut (19 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity College | $50,077 | — | — | — |
| Eastern Connecticut State University | $38,523 | $40,335 | $26,000 | 0.67 |
| Central Connecticut State University | $33,724 | $47,722 | $28,500 | 0.85 |
| Southern Connecticut State University | $32,013 | $47,818 | $26,000 | 0.81 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus | $31,913 | $49,247 | $22,500 | 0.71 |
| University of Connecticut | $31,913 | $49,247 | $22,500 | 0.71 |
| National Median | $34,102 | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Connecticut
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Connecticut schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Connecticut State University Willimantic | $13,292 | $38,523 | $26,000 |
| Central Connecticut State University New Britain | $12,460 | $33,724 | $28,500 |
| Southern Connecticut State University New Haven | $12,828 | $32,013 | $26,000 |
| University of Connecticut-Hartford Campus Hartford | $17,452 | $31,913 | $22,500 |
| University of Connecticut Storrs | $20,366 | $31,913 | $22,500 |
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 Trinity College, approximately 15% 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.
Sample Size: Based on 16 graduates with reported earnings and 16 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.