Sociology at University of Alabama at Birmingham

Master's Degree

Location: Birmingham, AL•In-State Tuition: $8,832•Out-of-State Tuition: $21,864•Admission Rate: 88%•Avg SAT: 1251
Median Earnings (1yr)
$44,892
5th percentile
Sample Size
22
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How University of Alabama at Birmingham graduates compare to all programs nationally

University of Alabama at Birmingham graduates earn $45k, placing them in the 5th percentile of all sociology masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in Alabama

Sociology masters's programs at peer institutions in Alabama (3 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
University of Alabama at Birmingham$44,892———
National Median$53,226———

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 University of Alabama at Birmingham, approximately 33% 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.