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Sociology at State University of New York at Cortland

Cortland, NY · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $33,837/yr (-2% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 16.5x earnings multiple (7.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #43 of 414 Sociology programs Top 10%

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	$589K	$580K	$531K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	16.7x	16.5x	15.1x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.9x	7.7x	7.1x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	50	49	47

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,260

Out-of-state: $74,900 (7.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$79,804

-126% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$20,500

7.3 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$59,571

76% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $33,837/yr, Sociology graduates from State University of New York at Cortland land near the $34,392 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

With a 16.5x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

The 10% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Sociology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $20,500 against $33,837/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

At #43 of 414 programs, this Sociology program outperforms the majority of its peers. The top 10% ranking reflects consistently above-average outcomes.

The $33,837-to-$59,571 earnings arc over five years reflects a 76% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About State University of New York at Cortland

State University of New York at Cortland accepts 51% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, enrolling 5,896 students in Cortland, NY.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Sociologists $101,690/yr

Sociology teachers, postsecondary $82,540/yr

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 49/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Sociology at State University of New York at Cortland?

At 49/100, 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 State University of New York at Cortland?

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 →