Sociology at Whitman College
Bachelor's Degree
Compare to Similar Programs in Washington
Sociology bachelors's programs at peer institutions in Washington (13 total in state)
| School | Earnings (1yr)* | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitman College | $34,496* | — | $20,039 | — |
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus | $40,062* | $58,517 | $19,286 | 0.48 |
| Washington State University | $39,801* | $42,242 | $21,475 | 0.54 |
| Central Washington University | $36,466* | $49,664 | $25,000 | 0.69 |
| Pacific Lutheran University | $35,317* | $50,401 | $21,000 | 0.59 |
| Gonzaga University | $33,675* | $47,098 | $25,991 | 0.77 |
| National Median | $34,102* | — | $25,000 | 0.73 |
Other Sociology Programs in Washington
Compare tuition, earnings, and debt across Washington schools
| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Washington-Seattle Campus Seattle | $12,643 | $40,062 | $19,286 |
| Washington State University Pullman | $12,997 | $39,801 | $21,475 |
| Central Washington University Ellensburg | $9,192 | $36,466 | $25,000 |
| Pacific Lutheran University Tacoma | $50,964 | $35,317 | $21,000 |
| Gonzaga University Spokane | $53,500 | $33,675 | $25,991 |
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 Whitman 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.
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 8 similar programs in WA. Actual outcomes may vary.