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Sociology at Hamline University

Saint Paul, MN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,894/yr (-1% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 2.7x earnings multiple

Ranked #382 of 414 Sociology programs

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	$516K	$514K	$480K
Earnings Multiple	2.7x	2.7x	2.5x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	28	27	25

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$193,244

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$85,540

56% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

9.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,733

47% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Graduates earn $33,894/yr, roughly in line with the $34,392 national median for Sociology. The value proposition here depends on cost, not earnings.

At 2.7x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 7% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Sociology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $33,894/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #382 ranking among 414 Sociology programs places Hamline University in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

A 47% earnings increase from $33,894 to $49,733 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About Hamline University

Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants — an open-access institution by design, a compact campus enrolling 1,685 students in Saint Paul, MN. Financial aid reduces the effective four-year cost to $85,540 — 56% less than the list price.

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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 27/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Sociology at Hamline University?

At 27/100, 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 Hamline 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.

What do students actually pay for Sociology at Hamline University?

The 56% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $193,244. At a net cost of $85,540, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

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