Compare 9 Sociology. programs in Connecticut. Average earnings: $47,886.
The highest-earning Sociology program isn't at the most prestigious school. With a $28K earnings gap across 9 programs, the data confirms: program-level factors drive outcomes more than institutional brand.
Quinnipiac University's Sociology program leads with graduates earning $62,896—significantly above the $47,886 average across Connecticut programs. Connecticut College follows at $54,667, while Trinity College rounds out the top three at $50,077. The variation shows program quality matters more than overall school reputation.
High earnings don't tell the whole story—debt burden matters. Quinnipiac graduates borrow $26,000 and face just an 8.8% payment burden, landing in the 'Good' category. With a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.41, graduates can manage their loans comfortably while building their careers.
Highest program earnings: $62,896
Strong outcomes with 77% acceptance
8.8% payment burden | Good - payment 8-12% of discretionary
24.5% family burden | Challenging - payment 18-25% of discretionary
| Rank | School | Program Earnings | Cohort Size | Student Debt | Student GPS | Parent Debt | Parent GPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Quinnipiac UniversityPrivate | $62,896 | 16 | $26,000 | Good | $64,334 | High |
| #2 | Connecticut CollegePrivate | $54,667 | 29 | $23,500 | Good | $44,488 | High |
| #3 | Trinity CollegePrivate | $50,077 | 14 | $23,000 | Good | $60,796 | High |
| #4 | $49,247 | 64 | $21,500 | Good | $35,324 | High | |
| #5 | $47,818 | 60 | $22,250 | Manageable | $23,770 | High | |
| #6 | $47,722 | 31 | $22,300 | Manageable | $19,642 | Challenging | |
| #7 | Albertus Magnus CollegePrivate | $43,151 | 24 | $30,964 | Challenging | $13,060 | High |
| #8 | $40,335 | 55 | $24,250 | Challenging | $21,628 | High | |
| #9 | University Of HartfordPrivate | $35,060 | 9 | $27,000 | High | $44,000 | High |
Our program rankings answer: "Which schools have the best outcomes for graduates of this specific major?"
Unlike traditional rankings that measure overall school quality, these rankings focus on program-level outcomes. A school that's #200 overall might have a top-10 nursing program — and that matters if you're studying nursing.
Data based on 2024-2025 Dept of Education reporting standards. Learn about our methodology →
