Program Analysis
Graduates earn $38,523/yr, edging above the $34,392 national average for Sociology — a modest premium that suggests solid regional demand.
At 9.1x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.
AI risk is moderate — 42% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $26,000 debt-to-$38,523 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #169 out of 414 programs, Eastern Connecticut State University's Sociology offering sits in the upper half but doesn't break into the top tier.
Earnings growth is modest: $38,523 to $45,995 over five years (19% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.