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Sociology at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Tallahassee, FL · Public · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case) — assumes in-state tuition

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $31,167/yr (-9% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (114,800 openings/yr)

ROI 20.2x earnings multiple (6.6x out-of-state)

Ranked #170 of 414 Sociology programs Top 50%

How AI Changes the Outlook

Three scenarios based on how aggressively AI disrupts the career paths available to Sociology graduates.

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$465K	$468K	$444K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	20.1x	20.2x	19.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	6.6x	6.6x	6.3x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	40	40	39

10-Year Earnings Projection

*Year 1 uses actual reported earnings. Scenarios diverge as AI impact compounds over time.

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$23,140

Out-of-state: $70,900 (6.6x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$63,388

-174% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,228

7.0 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$41,210

32% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

First-year earnings of $31,167 track close to the $34,392 national median for Sociology programs. This is a middle-of-the-road outcome on salary alone.

With a 20.2x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 5% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Sociology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $18,228 against $31,167/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #170 ranking among 414 Sociology programs places Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 32% earnings increase from $31,167 to $41,210 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University admits 21% of applicants, placing it among selective institutions, with a mid-sized student body of 7,516 in Tallahassee, FL. Pell Grant recipients make up 56% of the student body — a marker of economic diversity.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Sociologists $101,690/yr

Sociology teachers, postsecondary $82,540/yr

View all 5 career paths with salary ranges and AI risk →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 40/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Sociology at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

At 40/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Sociology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Sociology at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University?

The 42% AI task exposure score is above average. Our model shows this affecting job availability more than salaries — graduates may face stiffer competition for fewer positions.

Scores use College Scorecard earnings, BLS employment projections, and AI task-exposure research. See full methodology →