Sociology at Western Oregon University
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Oregon
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Oregon (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt* | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western Oregon University | $30,050* | — | $22,737* | — |
| Oregon State University | $39,193* | $43,929 | $21,882* | 0.56 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus | $39,193* | $43,929 | $21,882* | 0.56 |
| University of Oregon | $30,050* | $45,119 | $23,592* | 0.79 |
| Willamette University | $29,312* | $40,935 | $24,881* | 0.85 |
| Portland State University | $28,708* | $39,581 | $25,000* | 0.87 |
| National Median | $34,102* | — | $25,000* | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Oregon
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Oregon schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon State University Corvallis | $13,494 | $39,193 | $21,882 |
| Oregon State University-Cascades Campus Bend | $12,594 | $39,193 | $21,882 |
| University of Oregon Eugene | $15,669 | $30,050 | $23,592 |
| Willamette University Salem | $48,268 | $29,312 | $24,881 |
| Portland State University Portland | $11,238 | $28,708 | $25,000 |
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 Western Oregon University, approximately 40% 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 5 similar programs in OR. Actual outcomes may vary.