by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. Also, learn how Franklin and Marshall ranks among other schools offering degrees in sociology.
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The bachelor's program at Franklin and Marshall was ranked #143 on College Factual's Best Schools for sociology list. It is also ranked #6 in Pennsylvania.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Sociology Schools | 143 |
| Best Sociology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 143 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Franklin and Marshall College handed out 25 bachelor's degrees in sociology. This is a decrease of 22% over the previous year when 32 degrees were handed out.
The median salary of sociology students who receive their bachelor's degree at Franklin and Marshall is $31,444. Unfortunately, this is lower than the national average of $34,105 for all sociology students.
In 2022-2023, the average part-time undergraduate tuition at Franklin and Marshall was $2,131 per credit hour for both in-state and out-of-state students. The following table shows the average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $68,180 | $68,180 |
| Fees | $200 | $200 |
| Books and Supplies | $800 | $800 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $15,568 | $15,568 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $1,270 | $1,270 |
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During the 2021-2022 academic year, 25 sociology majors earned their bachelor's degree from Franklin and Marshall. Of these graduates, 28% were men and 72% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 52% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Franklin and Marshall College with a bachelor's in sociology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 4 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 3 |
| White | 13 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 4 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Franklin and Marshall does not offer an online option for its sociology bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the Franklin and Marshall Online Learning page.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the sociology majors at Franklin and Marshall College.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Political Science & Government | 55 |
| Economics | 46 |
| Anthropology | 10 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.