Sociology Schools in Illinois
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Jobs for Sociology Grads in Illinois
There are 720 people in the state and 679,250 people in the nation working in Sociology jobs.
Wages for Sociology Jobs in Illinois
In this state, Sociology grads earn an average of $79,109. Nationwide, they make an average of $144,578.
Most Popular Sociology Programs in IL
There are 4 colleges in Illinois that offer Sociology degrees in our data. Learn about the most popular 4 below:
Graduates earn a median salary of $46,159 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 89% of applicants. 81% of full-time students return after their first year.
Grads earn a median early-career salary of $47,662 after earning their degree at this institution. About 78% of those who apply are admitted. 78% of full-time students return after their first year.
Graduates earn a median salary of $77,119 in their first year after graduation. The school admits about 5% of applicants. 99% of full-time students return after their first year.
One year after graduating, alumni of this school earn a median of $53,513 a year. With an admission rate of 44%, getting in takes some planning. The full-time student retention rate is 94%.
Sociology Careers in IL
Some of the careers Sociology majors go into include:
| Job Title | Nationwide Job Growth | Nationwide Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary | — | $53,394 |
| Managers, All Other | — | $95,684 |
| Compliance Managers | — | $117,178 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | — | $165,723 |
| Regulatory Affairs Managers | — | $77,828 |
| Social Science Research Assistants | — | $41,630 |
| Sociologists | — | $74,866 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | — | $122,567 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | — | $99,321 |
| Wind Energy Development Managers | — | $169,952 |
Related Majors in Illinois
Below are some popular majors that are similar to Sociology.
| Major | Annual Graduates Nationwide |
|---|---|
| Quantitative Economics | 22,727 |
| General Economics | 21,627 |
| Criminology | 10,365 |
| Sociology & Anthropology | 496 |
| Development Economics | 375 |
| Applied Economics | 368 |
| Demography & Population Studies | 112 |
| General Social Sciences | 13 |
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