Sociology at American Public University System
If you plan to study Sociology, you may want to check out the program at American Public University System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American Public University System is located in Charles Town, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 114 sociology degrees were awarded at American Public University System.
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Online & Distance Learning at American Public University System
American Public University System delivers its programs entirely online, so Sociology coursework can be completed remotely.
Sociology Rankings at American Public University System
Use these rankings to compare American Public University System’s Sociology program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #1 of 3 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #3 of 3 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #13 of 108 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #68 of 108 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #139 of 543 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #455 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from American Public University System
Graduates of American Public University System’s Sociology program earn at the following median levels (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $39,082 |
| 2 years | $39,153 |
| 3 years | $41,233 |
| 4 years | $42,708 |
| 5 years | $55,096 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Sociology graduates from American Public University System report median earnings of $42,708, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 28% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Sociology graduates from American Public University System stands at $29,278.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the diversity of Sociology graduates at American Public University System, broken down by degree level.
Looking at the program as a whole, Sociology graduates at American Public University System are 56% women (64) and 44% men (50).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Among the 85 bachelor’s sociology graduates at American Public University System, 58% were women (49) and 42% were men (36).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 31 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 14 |
| Black / African American | 21 |
| Asian | 2 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 4 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 4 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 6 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 54% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 56%.*
Sociology Master’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 29 master’s sociology graduates at American Public University System, 52% were women (15) and 48% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology master’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 17 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 3 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| International (Nonresident) | 1 |
| Unknown | 2 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Sociology master’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 43%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at American Public University System
The Sociology program at American Public University System breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 114 |
Highest-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Students who finish Sociology program at American Public University System pursue many career paths. Here are the top-paying careers for Sociology graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | $77,828 |
| Sociologists | $74,866 |
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | $53,394 |
| Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other | $47,617 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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