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Sociology and Anthropology at Centre College

Danville, KY · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's Degree

DegreeOutlook Score (Base Case)

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $29,054/yr (-1% vs median)

AI Risk High (48% exposed)

Job Market Very Large (109,400 openings/yr)

ROI 3.0x earnings multiple

Ranked #7 of 10 Sociology and Anthropology programs

How AI Changes the Outlook

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

	Optimistic No Disruption	Base Case Gradual AI	Pessimistic Aggressive AI
10-Year Earnings	$621K	$608K	$548K
Earnings Multiple	3.1x	3.0x	2.7x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	43%	32%
DegreeOutlook Score	26	25	23

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition (Sticker)

$202,200

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$85,988

57% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$27,000

11.2 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$60,664

109% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $29,054/yr, Sociology and Anthropology graduates from Centre College land near the $29,310 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 3.0x tuition cost, the financial math is tight. Decade earnings don't dramatically exceed what you paid, making school choice and aid packages critical.

The 12% difference between AI scenarios reflects partial automation exposure. Some Sociology and Anthropology career paths face displacement, but others in the field are more insulated.

At $27,000 against $29,054/yr in earnings, the debt burden is moderate. Most graduates should manage repayment without extended financial strain.

A #7 ranking among 10 Sociology and Anthropology programs places Centre College in the lower half. Price, proximity, and personal fit become the stronger arguments.

The $29,054-to-$60,664 earnings arc over five years reflects a 109% gain — well above average career growth for recent graduates.

About Centre College

Centre College accepts 54% of applicants, balancing access with selectivity, a compact campus enrolling 1,346 students in Danville, KY. The average net cost of $85,988 over four years represents a 57% discount from published tuition.

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Top Career Paths

Managers, all other $136,550/yr

Sociologists $101,690/yr

Anthropology and archeology teachers, postsecondary $95,770/yr

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a 25/100 DegreeOutlook Score mean for Sociology and Anthropology at Centre College?

At 25/100, the financial outlook is modest. Higher-scoring Sociology and Anthropology programs exist, though non-financial factors may justify this choice.

Should I worry about AI if I study Sociology and Anthropology at Centre College?

The 48% 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 and Anthropology at Centre College?

The 57% gap between sticker price and net cost means most students pay far less than $202,200. At a net cost of $85,988, the earnings multiple improves substantially.

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