Sociology at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
If you are interested in studying Sociology, consider the program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona sits in Pomona, CA.
In the most recent year for which we have data, 193 sociology graduations were recorded at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.
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Online & Distance Learning at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Online coursework is an option at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona. Among 27,636 students, 742 (3%) were enrolled entirely in distance education and 14,977 (54%) took at least some classes online.
Sociology Rankings at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Rankings can help you compare California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s Sociology program against peer institutions.
Bachelor’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | California | #24 of 143 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Far Western (Region) | #25 of 160 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #77 of 543 |
| Best Value | California | #90 of 145 |
| Best Value | Far Western (Region) | #92 of 162 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #102 of 543 |
Earnings for Sociology Graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Students who complete California State Polytechnic University-Pomona’s Sociology program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $30,269 |
| 2 years | $36,129 |
| 3 years | $44,209 |
| 4 years | $48,434 |
| 5 years | $57,178 |
How does this compare to the school overall? Four years out, Sociology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona take home a median $48,434, compared with $71,805 for all California State Polytechnic University-Pomona graduates — about 33% lower than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Sociology graduates from California State Polytechnic University-Pomona is $13,300.
Student Demographics & Diversity
The following sections describe the composition of Sociology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, broken down by degree level.
Across all degree levels, Sociology graduates at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona are 81% women (156) and 19% men (37).
Sociology Bachelor’s Program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Among the 193 bachelor’s sociology degrees awarded at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, 81% were women (156) and 19% were men (37).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 12 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 149 |
| Black / African American | 5 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 92% of Sociology bachelor’s degree recipients at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona, above the national average of 56%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Sociology Concentrations at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
The Sociology program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona includes the following sub-specializations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Sociology | 193 |
Top-Paying Careers for Sociology Graduates
Graduates of the Sociology program at California State Polytechnic University-Pomona pursue many career paths. Here are the best-paid 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
More about our data sources and methodologies.
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