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Sociology at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Milwaukee, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $36,452/yr (6% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 12.6x earnings multiple (5.7x out-of-state)

Ranked #124 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	$507K	$506K	$473K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	12.6x	12.6x	11.8x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	5.8x	5.7x	5.4x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	44	44	41

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$40,080

Out-of-state: $88,080 (5.7x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$64,708

-61% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$22,625

7.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$49,160

35% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee's Sociology graduates start at $36,452/yr — above the $34,392 national average, though not by a wide margin.

With a 12.6x return on in-state tuition over ten years, the financial case for this program is compelling by virtually any measure.

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 $22,625 against $36,452/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #124 ranking among 414 Sociology programs places University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in the middle-to-upper range. Solid, not exceptional.

A 35% earnings increase from $36,452 to $49,160 over five years is solid — not a moonshot, but evidence of normal career advancement.

About University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

A 88% acceptance rate means University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee is accessible to most applicants, with a mid-sized student body of 16,762 in Milwaukee, WI.

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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 44/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Sociology at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

At 44/100, 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 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee?

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 →