2026 Best Sociology Certificate Degree Schools

#1

University Of Wisconsin Whitewater

Whitewater, WI

Leading the list is University Of Wisconsin Whitewater, our #1 Sociology school in the United States. Set in Whitewater, WI, University Of Wisconsin Whitewater is a public institution. University Of Wisconsin Whitewater posts a six-year graduation rate of 63%. Students from in state pay about $8,616 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $18,716. Graduates carry a median of $26,125 in student loans. More on University Of Wisconsin Whitewater

#2

University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh

Oshkosh, WI

You'll be in good company at University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh, which ranked #2 this year. University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh is a public school based in Oshkosh, WI. University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh posts a six-year graduation rate of 54%. Students from in state pay about $8,532 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $16,446. University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh Sociology students take on a median of $24,619 in debt. More on University Of Wisconsin Oshkosh

#3

University Of Wisconsin Eau Claire

Eau Claire, WI

The strong Sociology programs at University Of Wisconsin Eau Claire earned it the #3 place in the United States. Based in Eau Claire, WI, University Of Wisconsin Eau Claire is a public institution. Roughly 65% of students complete a degree within six years here. In-state tuition and fees average $9,642, compared with $19,228 for out-of-state students. The median Sociology program debt is $21,500. See the full University Of Wisconsin Eau Claire profile

#4

University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI

The strong Sociology programs at University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee earned it the #4 place in the United States. Set in Milwaukee, WI, University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee is a public institution. University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee graduates 53% of students within six years. Expect in-state tuition and fees of around $10,398, with out-of-state students paying around $22,398. Students borrow a median of $26,000 to complete their Sociology program here. Read the full report on University Of Wisconsin Milwaukee

#5

Wright State University Main Campus

Dayton, OH

Wright State University Main Campus came in at #5 on this year's Sociology ranking in the United States. Located in Dayton, OH, Wright State University Main Campus is a public institution. Roughly 42% of students complete a degree within six years here. The average in-state cost of tuition and fees is $10,991, compared with $20,691 for out-of-state students. Typical Sociology student debt is $25,836. Get the full Wright State University Main Campus report

#6

Black Hills State University

Spearfish, SD

Black Hills State University placed #6 among Sociology schools in the United States. Black Hills State University is a public school based in Spearfish, SD. Roughly 43% of students complete a degree within six years here. Students from in state pay about $8,916 in tuition and fees, with out-of-state students paying around $12,018. Graduates carry a median of $37,329 in student loans. See the full Black Hills State University profile

#7

University Of Wisconsin Parkside

Kenosha, WI

University Of Wisconsin Parkside ranked #7 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. University Of Wisconsin Parkside is a public school based in Kenosha, WI. About 40% of students finish within six years. In-state tuition and fees run about $8,270, with out-of-state students paying around $17,429. The median Sociology program debt is $26,250. Read the full report on University Of Wisconsin Parkside

#8

Alice Lloyd College

Alice Lloyd College placed #8 among Sociology schools in the United States. See the full Alice Lloyd College profile

#9

Kennesaw State University

Kennesaw State University ranked #9 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. More on Kennesaw State University

#10

National University

National University did well this year, earning the #10 position. More on National University

#11

Northern Arizona University

Northern Arizona University landed the #11 spot in the United States this year. More on Northern Arizona University

#12

Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico Ponce

Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico Ponce placed #12 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read more about Pontifical Catholic University Of Puerto Rico Ponce

#13

Rose State College

Rose State College placed #13 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read the full report on Rose State College

#14

The University Of Texas Of The Permian Basin

The University Of Texas Of The Permian Basin ranked #14 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. Get the full The University Of Texas Of The Permian Basin report

#15

Bethune Cookman University

Bethune Cookman University did well this year, earning the #15 position. Read more about Bethune Cookman University

#16

California State University San Marcos

California State University San Marcos placed #16 among Sociology schools in the United States. Get the full California State University San Marcos report

#17

Jacksonville State University

Jacksonville State University ranked #17 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. Read more about Jacksonville State University

#18

New Jersey City University

New Jersey City University came in at #18 in this year's ranking. Read the full report on New Jersey City University

#19

San Diego State University

San Diego State University landed the #19 spot in the United States this year. Get the full San Diego State University report

#20

Youngstown State University

Youngstown State University came in at #20 in this year's ranking. Read the full report on Youngstown State University

#21

Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University came in at #21 in this year's ranking. More on Azusa Pacific University

#22

Edgewood College

Edgewood College placed #22 among Sociology schools in the United States. See the full Edgewood College profile

#23

North Carolina Wesleyan College

North Carolina Wesleyan College placed #23 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read more about North Carolina Wesleyan College

#24

Randolph College

Randolph College came in at #24 in this year's ranking. Read more about Randolph College

#25

Southern Methodist University

Southern Methodist University placed #25 among Sociology schools in the United States. Get the full Southern Methodist University report

#26

Northwest College

Northwest College landed the #26 spot in the United States this year. See the full Northwest College profile

#27

Roosevelt University

Roosevelt University came in at #27 in this year's ranking. Read the full report on Roosevelt University

#28

Tulane University Of Louisiana

Tulane University Of Louisiana ranked #28 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. Get the full Tulane University Of Louisiana report

#29

University Of Arkansas

University Of Arkansas ranked #29 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. Read the full report on University Of Arkansas

#30

Wingate University

Wingate University ranked #30 on our 2026 list of the best Sociology schools. See the full Wingate University profile

#31

Muskingum University

Muskingum University came in at #31 in this year's ranking. See the full Muskingum University profile

#32

Prairie View A And M University

Prairie View A And M University came in at #32 in this year's ranking. Get the full Prairie View A And M University report

#33

Santa Monica College

Santa Monica College placed #33 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read the full report on Santa Monica College

#34

West Chester University Of Pennsylvania

West Chester University Of Pennsylvania landed the #34 spot in the United States this year. Read the full report on West Chester University Of Pennsylvania

#35

Cameron University

Cameron University placed #35 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read more about Cameron University

#36

Coastline Community College

Coastline Community College placed #36 among Sociology schools in the United States. Get the full Coastline Community College report

#37

Mendocino College

Mendocino College came in at #37 in this year's ranking. Read more about Mendocino College

#38

Northeastern University

Northeastern University landed the #38 spot in the United States this year. More on Northeastern University

#39

Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Southeastern Oklahoma State University placed #39 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read the full report on Southeastern Oklahoma State University

#40

University Of North Florida

University Of North Florida placed #40 among Sociology schools in the United States. More on University Of North Florida

#41

Vermont Technical College

Vermont Technical College placed #41 among Sociology schools in the United States. Get the full Vermont Technical College report

#42

Belmont University

Belmont University landed the #42 spot in the United States this year. Get the full Belmont University report

#43

Berkeley City College

Berkeley City College did well this year, earning the #43 position. Read the full report on Berkeley City College

#44

Dominican University Of California

Dominican University Of California did well this year, earning the #44 position. Read more about Dominican University Of California

#45

Foothill College

Foothill College placed #45 among Sociology schools in the United States. More on Foothill College

#46

Shasta College

Shasta College landed the #46 spot in the United States this year. See the full Shasta College profile

#47

Tarleton State University

Tarleton State University landed the #47 spot in the United States this year. See the full Tarleton State University profile

#48

Central Washington University

Central Washington University placed #48 among Sociology schools in the United States. Read more about Central Washington University

#49

Folsom Lake College

Folsom Lake College came in at #49 in this year's ranking. See the full Folsom Lake College profile

#50

Drury University College Of Continuing Professional Studies

Drury University College Of Continuing Professional Studies landed the #50 spot in the United States this year. More on Drury University College Of Continuing Professional Studies