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Sociology at Lee University

Cleveland, TN · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $25,127/yr (-27% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 4.4x earnings multiple

Ranked #401 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	$395K	$404K	$394K
Earnings Multiple	4.4x	4.4x	4.3x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	25	24	24

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$90,760

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$81,596

10% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$24,208

11.6 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (4 Year)

$47,780

90% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

Lee University's Sociology graduates start at $25,127/yr, trailing the $34,392 national average by 27%. The program's value hinges on affordability.

The 4.4x return on tuition is positive but not overwhelming. Financial outcomes depend on keeping costs close to in-state rates.

AI risk is moderate — 42% task exposure — and the 0% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $24,208 debt-to-$25,127 income ratio translates to about 12 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #401 out of 414 programs, Lee University's financial outcomes for Sociology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

About Lee University

A 72% acceptance rate means Lee University is accessible to most applicants, a smaller institution with 2,712 students in Cleveland, TN.

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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

How does Lee University's Sociology program score?

This program scores 24/100 — on the lower end for Sociology. Prospective students should carefully weigh costs against likely earnings.

How vulnerable is Sociology to AI automation?

AI won't 'replace' Sociology careers outright, but it is likely to reduce the number of job openings. We model 42% task exposure, which compresses field employment probability in our scenarios.

Why are Sociology earnings lower at Lee University?

Lower starting pay at Lee University may reflect local labor market conditions rather than program quality. Many graduates see convergence with national averages within 3-5 years.

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