Home › University of Arizona › Sociology

Sociology at University of Arizona

Tucson, AZ · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $34,671/yr (1% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 9.3x earnings multiple (3.1x out-of-state)

Ranked #210 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	$507K	$505K	$473K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	9.3x	9.3x	8.7x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	3.1x	3.1x	2.9x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	39	38	36

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$54,504

Out-of-state: $164,380 (3.1x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$63,840

-17% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$18,375

6.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,571

40% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $34,671/yr, Sociology graduates from University of Arizona land near the $34,392 national average — neither a standout nor a red flag.

At 9.3x the cost of in-state tuition, the ten-year earnings outlook represents a strong return. Not exceptional, but meaningfully positive.

AI risk is moderate — 42% task exposure — and the 7% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $18,375 debt-to-$34,671 income ratio translates to about 6 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

At #210 out of 414 programs, University of Arizona's financial outcomes for Sociology trail the majority of peers. The value case depends on other factors.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $34,671 to $48,571 shows 40% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

About University of Arizona

With 86% of applicants admitted, University of Arizona prioritizes broad access, with 40,769 students enrolled in Tucson, AZ.

See all programs and financial aid at University of Arizona →

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 →

Compare & Explore

Sociology at Other Schools

Other Majors at University of Arizona

Is a Trade Program a Better Fit?

For students who prefer applied learning, trade programs can deliver strong earnings with significantly less debt and shorter time to employment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does University of Arizona's Sociology program score?

This program scores 38/100 — 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.

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