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Sociology at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

Stevens Point, WI · Public · Bachelor's Degree

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

Optimistic

Base Case

Pessimistic

Earnings $37,888/yr (10% vs median)

AI Risk High (42% exposed)

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

ROI 14.1x earnings multiple (7.0x out-of-state)

Ranked #92 of 414 Sociology programs Top 25%

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	$499K	$499K	$467K
Earnings Multiple (In-State)	14.1x	14.1x	13.2x
Earnings Multiple (Out-of-State)	7.0x	7.0x	6.5x
Probability of Field Employment	48%	44%	34%
DegreeOutlook Score	47	46	43

10-Year Earnings Projection

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

4-Year Tuition, In-State (Sticker)

$35,336

Out-of-state: $71,416 (7.0x ROI)

4-Year Net Price (After Aid)

$54,904

-55% less than sticker · See by income

Median Debt at Graduation

$23,250

7.4 months of Year 1 earnings

Reported Earnings (5 Year)

$48,344

28% growth from Year 1

Program Analysis

At $37,888 per year, Sociology graduates from University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point earn slightly above the $34,392 national median. The premium is real but not dramatic.

The 14.1x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.

AI risk is moderate — 42% task exposure — and the 6% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.

The $23,250 debt-to-$37,888 income ratio translates to about 7 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.

Ranked #92 out of 414 programs, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Sociology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.

The five-year earnings trajectory from $37,888 to $48,344 shows 28% growth, reflecting steady but unremarkable salary progression.

About University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point

With 90% of applicants admitted, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point prioritizes broad access, enrolling 7,104 students in Stevens Point, 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

How does University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point's Sociology program score?

This program scores 46/100 — 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 does University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point rank so high for Sociology?

The #92 ranking out of 414 programs is driven by strong financial outcomes — graduates earn well, debt is manageable relative to income, and the job market supports the field.

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