Sociology at University of Mount Saint Vincent

The small sample size here (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could swing dramatically year to year, but the pattern is worth examining: Mount Saint Vincent sociology graduates start at $31,763—below both New York's median and the national average—though they see healthy 53% earnings growth by year four. At $25,500 in debt, students are borrowing slightly more than typical sociology majors, creating a 0.80 debt-to-earnings ratio that's manageable but not ideal given the modest starting salary. Among New York's 78 sociology programs, this falls near the 40th percentile, trailing not just elite schools like Columbia but also accessible public options like CUNY Lehman and Brooklyn colleges by $10,000-$15,000 at the four-year mark.

The earnings trajectory improves significantly over time, suggesting graduates eventually find their footing in social services, research, or related fields. However, that first year at under $32,000 in the expensive New York metro area creates real financial pressure, especially for the 43% of students here receiving Pell grants. The gap between Mount Saint Vincent's outcomes and comparable CUNY programs—which serve similar demographics at lower cost—is substantial enough that families should carefully compare total costs, not just look at this institution in isolation.